kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-22--Kidderminster recycling centre to reopen

The Worcester Road tip will be the last of Worcestershire 's recycling centre to reopen from the coronavirus lockdown on Monday , July 27 .
Worcestershire County Council said in June there were `` particular challenges '' with reopening the Kidderminster centre due to the potential for queueing outside .
Councillor Tony Miller , Worcestershire County Council 's cabinet member for environment , said : “ I ’ m pleased that we are now in a position where we can re-open Kidderminster Household Recycling Centre .
`` The booking system has been put in place to help ensure that people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and so that we can keep the impact on local businesses and the local road network down to a minimum .
“ Please ensure that you make a booking and are aware of the current social distancing restrictions before visiting the site.
” A booking system will be in place on site to help minimise queuing and the impact this will have on the local businesses and surrounding roads .
Bookings must be made prior to visiting the site via the county council website and appointments will be made available to book from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not be permitted without a booking and no pedestrian access is allowed .
The site will be open from 8am to 5pm , with the last appointment available at 4.45pm .
Strict social distancing measures will be in place , meaning staff will not be able to provide assistance to visitors .
Those who are self-isolating or live with anyone showing Covid-19 symptoms must not visit any of the county 's tips .

The Worcester Road tip will be the last of Worcestershire's recycling centre to reopen from the coronavirus lockdown on Monday, July 27.
Worcestershire County Council said in June there were "particular challenges" with reopening the Kidderminster centre due to the potential for queueing outside.
Councillor Tony Miller, Worcestershire County Council's cabinet member for environment, said: “I’m pleased that we are now in a position where we can re-open Kidderminster Household Recycling Centre.
"The booking system has been put in place to help ensure that people are able to use the site safely and so that we can keep the impact on local businesses and the local road network down to a minimum.
“Please ensure that you make a booking and are aware of the current social distancing restrictions before visiting the site.”
A booking system will be in place on site to help minimise queuing and the impact this will have on the local businesses and surrounding roads.
Bookings must be made prior to visiting the site via the county council website and appointments will be made available to book from today.
Access to the site will not be permitted without a booking and no pedestrian access is allowed.
To book, visit worcestershire.gov.uk/directory_record/5377/kidderminster.
The site will be open from 8am to 5pm, with the last appointment available at 4.45pm.
Strict social distancing measures will be in place, meaning staff will not be able to provide assistance to visitors.
Those who are self-isolating or live with anyone showing Covid-19 symptoms must not visit any of the county's tips.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-27--Face mask law: The two major mistakes everyone is making

Across England , the wearing of face coverings is now mandatory in shops , supermarkets and on public transport .
Those who do not wear one could be fined up to £100 , the Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said .
However - there are some parts of the guidance that many people seem to be forgetting .
• When applying or removing the covering , it is important that you wash/sanitise your hands first and avoid touching your face .
• After EACH USE , you must wash the face covering at 60 degrees centigrade or dispose of it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a face covering ?
Some people are not required to wear a face covering .
According to the government guidelines , shoppers do not need to wear a face covering for the following legitimate reasons : • If a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering .
• If putting on , wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress .
• If you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate .
• Not being able to put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment , or disability .
• To avoid harm or injury , or the risk of harm or injury , to yourself or others .
• To avoid injury , or to escape a risk of harm , and you do not have a face covering with you .
• To eat or drink , but only if you need to .
• Young children under the age of 11 .
You can also be permitted to remove a face covering if asked for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who relies on lip reading for communication .
Where do you need to wear a face mask in England ?
People will need to wear a face covering in the following locations when the regulations come into force in England from July 24 : Where do you NOT need to wear a face mask in England ?
The following venues are exempt from the rule :

Those who do not wear one could be fined up to £100, the Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.
However - there are some parts of the guidance that many people seem to be forgetting.
They are:
When applying or removing the covering, it is important that you wash/sanitise your hands first and avoid touching your face.
After EACH USE, you must wash the face covering at 60 degrees centigrade or dispose of it safely.
Who is exempt from wearing a face covering?
Some people are not required to wear a face covering.
According to the government guidelines, shoppers do not need to wear a face covering for the following legitimate reasons:
If a police officer or other official requests you remove your face covering.
If putting on, wearing or removing a face covering will cause you severe distress.
If you are travelling with or providing assistance to someone who relies on lip reading to communicate.
Not being able to put on, wear or remove a face covering because of a physical or mental illness or impairment, or disability.
To avoid harm or injury, or the risk of harm or injury, to yourself or others.
To avoid injury, or to escape a risk of harm, and you do not have a face covering with you.
To eat or drink, but only if you need to.
To take medication.
Young children under the age of 11.
You can also be permitted to remove a face covering if asked for age identification or if speaking to someone who relies on lip reading for communication.
Where do you need to wear a face mask in England?
People will need to wear a face covering in the following locations when the regulations come into force in England from July 24:
Shopping centres
Banks
Takeaway outlets
Sandwich shops
Supermarkets
Railway stations
Airports
Where do you NOT need to wear a face mask in England?
The following venues are exempt from the rule:


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-26--35 acres opposite West Midland Safari Park goes up for sale

A FARM with 35 acres of land opposite West Midland Safari Park has gone on the market for £1.1 million .
Ling Farm , located off Kidderminster Road in Bewdley , gives potential buyers the opportunity to live within walking distance of the famous safari park , home to some of the world 's most amazing creatures including lions , tigers , giraffes , rhinos and elephants .
Ling Farm is on the market for £1.1 million The site features a four-bedroom country house measuring over 2,000 square feet , a commercial barn , outbuildings and 35 acres including a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just off Kidderminster Road in Bewdley - directly opposite the animal attraction , also has planning permission for a glamping facility and already has some glamping pods on site .
The farm already has planning permission for glamping pods Nest Estates describe the property as an `` income generating retreat with huge potential '' .
The listing reads : `` Are you ready for the staycation boom ?
Or are you just looking for that perfect country house with land and outbuildings in a superb location .
`` Ling Farm is located in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Contact us for further details to discuss this income generating retreat with huge potential . ''
The property is located opposite the famous West Midland Safari Park The owners are welcoming offers over £1.1 million .
For more information on Ling Farm , including a virtual tour , see the full listing at nestestates.co.uk .

Ling Farm, located off Kidderminster Road in Bewdley, gives potential buyers the opportunity to live within walking distance of the famous safari park, home to some of the world's most amazing creatures including lions, tigers, giraffes, rhinos and elephants.
Ling Farm is on the market for £1.1 million
The site features a four-bedroom country house measuring over 2,000 square feet, a commercial barn, outbuildings and 35 acres including a touring field.
The farm, located just off Kidderminster Road in Bewdley - directly opposite the animal attraction, also has planning permission for a glamping facility and already has some glamping pods on site.
The farm already has planning permission for glamping pods
Nest Estates describe the property as an "income generating retreat with huge potential".
The listing reads: "Are you ready for the staycation boom? Or are you just looking for that perfect country house with land and outbuildings in a superb location.
Ling Farm boasts 35 acres of land
"Ling Farm is located in beautiful countryside in the heart of Worcestershire.
"Contact us for further details to discuss this income generating retreat with huge potential."
The property is located opposite the famous West Midland Safari Park
The owners are welcoming offers over £1.1 million.
For more information on Ling Farm, including a virtual tour, see the full listing at nestestates.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-26--Bewdley cafe reopens with first art exhibit after lockdown

A VOLUNTEER-run cafe in Bewdley is displaying the work of 12 local artists as part of its first exhibition since @ @ @ @ @ cafe at St George 's Hall reopened to customers last week and launched its first @ @ @ @ @ , showcasing the work of members from Simply Art Group in Kidderminster .
The group @ @ @ @ @ earlier exhibitions due to the lockdown .
One of the art pieces on display at @ @ @ @ @ Photo by Colin Hill Artists are showing off their work in watercolour , ink , @ @ @ @ @ in a variety of styles .
The four-week exhibition opened on Tuesday , July 14 @ @ @ @ @ in the Hall Cafe , which is open from Monday to Friday from 10am to @ @ @ @ @ have been implemented and a one-way entrance and exit system is in place .

The cafe at St George's Hall reopened to customers last week and launched its first art exhibit in four months, showcasing the work of members from Simply Art Group in Kidderminster.
The group were forced to cancel two earlier exhibitions due to the lockdown.
One of the art pieces on display at St George's Hall. Photo by Colin Hill
Artists are showing off their work in watercolour, ink, oil, acrylic and pastel in a variety of styles.
The four-week exhibition opened on Tuesday, July 14 and is available to view in the Hall Cafe, which is open from Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm.
Social distancing measures have been implemented and a one-way entrance and exit system is in place.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-26--'Safecation': These are the 25 top places to go across the UK

The 25 top places across the UK to go for a 'safecation ' this summer have been revealed .
It comes as three-quarters of British holidaymakers will be taking a staycation this year after the Covid-19 pandemic blocked plans for a sun-soaked break abroad .
Social-distancing will be an important factor for many in deciding where to go for a well-earned holiday .
A new safecation report reveals the top 25 UK destinations which are perfect to explore in a socially distanced way .
So , forget crushing into overcrowded traditional beauty spots and head to the top UK destinations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer compared to just 4,608,269 for the traditional UK escapes .
The report takes the UK locations that are home to the largest public parks ( according to Ordnance Survey ) and compares them against the UK ’ s most-visited staycations destinations to reveal the safest staycations .
What was the judging criteria ?
Criteria for the report includes : space ( km2 ) , contactless payment availability , free activities , dog friendliness , number of beaches within a 50km radius , number of caravan parks/camping sites within a 50km radius , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per year to the county , park entry fee and car parking charges .
Gower in Wales ( pictured below ) topped the list for the best new destination for a socially distanced staycation .
With only 149,089 visitors per year to Glamorgan , the remote location offers plenty for those looking for a crowd-free option .
Rhosili and South Gower coast could accommodate up to 2,230,410 socially-distanced visitors .
Keswick in Cumbria ( pictured below ) came in second position with forested mountain park Whinlatter Forest Park offering 13.49km² of walking and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 13,076,362 visitors , even when adhering to social distancing guidelines .
With only 103,447 visitors to the nearest county of Ayrshire and Arran , the town of Kilwinning in Scotland takes the third position in the report .
Even better with only 15,908 reported residents , Eglinton Country Park offers up to 1,342,270 visitors the freedom to enjoy country walks across the park ’ s 4.67km² of open space .
Devon took the top spot for the most popular traditional UK staycation destination , but with more than 2,510,000 visitors to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for overcrowding - ten times as many visitors per year when compared to Gower .
Bowness-on-Windermere is another tourist honeypot with 1,510,000 visitors to the county each year .
Outdoor attraction Brockhole on Windermere could only occupy up to 34,491 visitors with everyone maintaining a one metre distance .
Windsor Great Park scored highest for social distancing .
The park has 28.53km² of space for 8,200,207 visitors to explore when maintaining a one metre distance .
In comparison , The Japanese Garden in Newquay could only host 1,150 visitors in its 0.004km² grounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Armagh in Northern Ireland came out on top for the new cheapest staycation destination with Slieve Gullion Forest Park offering walking trails , an adventure playpark and Giant ’ s Lair children ’ s story trail .
Plus with no admission fee or car park charges the attraction is the perfect spot for a day out .
These are the top 25 'safecations ' : The safecation report was compiled by the money.co.uk website .

It comes as three-quarters of British holidaymakers will be taking a staycation this year after the Covid-19 pandemic blocked plans for a sun-soaked break abroad.
Social-distancing will be an important factor for many in deciding where to go for a well-earned holiday.
A new safecation report reveals the top 25 UK destinations which are perfect to explore in a socially distanced way.
'Safe destinations'
So, forget crushing into overcrowded traditional beauty spots and head to the top UK destinations which could host 35,462,667 visitors safely this summer compared to just 4,608,269 for the traditional UK escapes.
The report takes the UK locations that are home to the largest public parks (according to Ordnance Survey) and compares them against the UK’s most-visited staycations destinations to reveal the safest staycations.
What was the judging criteria?
Criteria for the report includes: space (km2), contactless payment availability, free activities, dog friendliness, number of beaches within a 50km radius, number of caravan parks/camping sites within a 50km radius, crime rates for April 2020, visitors per year to the county, park entry fee and car parking charges.
Gower in Wales (pictured below) topped the list for the best new destination for a socially distanced staycation. With only 149,089 visitors per year to Glamorgan, the remote location offers plenty for those looking for a crowd-free option. Rhosili and South Gower coast could accommodate up to 2,230,410 socially-distanced visitors.
Keswick in Cumbria (pictured below) came in second position with forested mountain park Whinlatter Forest Park offering 13.49km² of walking and biking trails and able to accommodate up to 13,076,362 visitors, even when adhering to social distancing guidelines.
With only 103,447 visitors to the nearest county of Ayrshire and Arran, the town of Kilwinning in Scotland takes the third position in the report.
Even better with only 15,908 reported residents, Eglinton Country Park offers up to 1,342,270 visitors the freedom to enjoy country walks across the park’s 4.67km² of open space.
'Popular staycation'
Devon took the top spot for the most popular traditional UK staycation destination, but with more than 2,510,000 visitors to the county each year it is a hotspot for overcrowding - ten times as many visitors per year when compared to Gower.
Bowness-on-Windermere is another tourist honeypot with 1,510,000 visitors to the county each year.
Outdoor attraction Brockhole on Windermere could only occupy up to 34,491 visitors with everyone maintaining a one metre distance.
Windsor Great Park scored highest for social distancing. The park has 28.53km² of space for 8,200,207 visitors to explore when maintaining a one metre distance.
In comparison, The Japanese Garden in Newquay could only host 1,150 visitors in its 0.004km² grounds.
When it comes to budgeting, Armagh in Northern Ireland came out on top for the new cheapest staycation destination with Slieve Gullion Forest Park offering walking trails, an adventure playpark and Giant’s Lair children’s story trail.
Plus with no admission fee or car park charges the attraction is the perfect spot for a day out.
These are the top 25 'safecations':
1: Gower
2: Keswick
3: Kilwinning
4: Armagh
5: Northwich
6: Motherwell
7: Windsor
8: Isle of Harris
9: Leigh
10: Milford
11: Ringwood
12: Beddgelert
13: Peterborough
14: Antrim
15: Middleton
16: Rutland
17: Disley
18: Durham
19: Paisley
20: Sevenoaks
21: Holkham
22: Sutton
23: Dunbar
24: Bath
25: Richmond
The safecation report was compiled by the money.co.uk website.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-26--The 9 rules that every dog owner must follow - and penalties if you don't

Keeping a dog involves much more than handling your pet 's day-to-day needs - and you might land in trouble with the authorities if you do n't stick to the rules of what 's expected of you as an owner .
Here 's a round-up of the nine laws you should know about if you have or want to get a dog .
It is a legal requirement to have your dog micro-chipped in England , Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland .
This must be done by the time your dog is eight weeks old , and they must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ government standards , such a Pet Log .
You can be fined up to £500 if your dog is not micro-chipped , and could have a court case filed against you .
• Dogs must be kept under control It is against the law to allow a dog to be dangerously out of control in a public or private space .
A dog is considered dangerously out of control if : • it makes someone worried it might injure them • the owner of an animal thinks they could be injured if they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animal Owners can be issued an unlimited fine or be sent to prison for up to six months ( or both ) if their dog is dangerously out of control , and may be restricted from owning a dog in the future .
The dog may also be put down .
If you allow your dog to injure someone , you can receive a prison sentence for up to five years , and be fined .
• Keep your dog away from livestock A dog must not chase or attack livestock on agricultural @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lead .
If your dog is worrying livestock , a farmer has a right to stop your dog and even shoot it in some circumstances .
Failure to clean up after your dog can result in an on-the-spot fine , with amounts typically ranging between £50 and £80 , depending on your local council .
Refusal to pay the initial fine can lead to the case being taken to court , where you could be fined up to £1,000 .
Some councils have stricter rules , and may make it mandatory for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disposable bag when they take their dogs out to a public place .
There are some exceptions for dog owners on some public land in England and Wales , including : • Land used for agriculture or woodlands • Motorways with a speed limit of 50 mph or more Registered blind people , or those with disabilities which restrict their sight or mobility , are also not required to clean up after their dogs , and working animals , such as sheep or police dogs , are also exempt while on duty .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2003 also exempts fines for dog fouling on agricultural land .
Some dog breeds are banned in the UK In the UK , it is against the law to own certain types of dog .
These breeds are : If you have a banned dog , the police or local council dog warden can take it away and keep it , even if it is n't acting dangerously - although the permission from a court may be required first .
A police or council dog expert will judge what type of dog you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or could be , a danger to the public .
Based on this decision , your dog will either be released or kept in kennels while the police , or council , apply to a court .
The maximum fine for having a banned dog is £5000 and/or six months in prison .
The dog may also be destroyed .
Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 , dog barking can be considered a statutory nuisance if it is intrusive and affects someone 's quiet enjoyment of their property .
If a complaint is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may serve a Noise Abatement Notice if they are satisfied a nuisance exists .
Failure to comply with an abatement notice can result in the noisy dog 's owner being prosecuted and fined .
Section nine of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 places a duty of care on owners to ensure they take reasonable steps to care for their pet , and must provide the following welfare needs : • to be housed with , or apart , from other animals • to be protected from pain , suffering , injury and disease @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) Act 2006 and Welfare of Animals Act ( Northern Ireland ) make similar provisions , with owners forced to pay penalties if these care needs are not met .
Some public areas in England and Wales are covered by Public Spaces Protection Orders , in which you may be required to : • keep your dog on a lead • put your dog on a lead if told to by a police officer , police community support officer , or someone from the council • stop your dog going to certain places @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a park • limit the number of dogs you have with you • clear up after your dog If you ignore these rules , you can be fined £100 on the spot with a Fixed Penalty Notice , or up to £1,000 if the case goes to court .
Under the Animal Welfare Act 1999 , breeders in England and Scotland who breed five or more litters per year must be licensed by their local authority .
In Wales , breeders who breed three or more litters within a 12 month period must @ @ @

Here's a round-up of the nine laws you should know about if you have or want to get a dog.
Dogs must be micro-chipped
It is a legal requirement to have your dog micro-chipped in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
This must be done by the time your dog is eight weeks old, and they must be registered with a database that meets government standards, such a Pet Log.
You can be fined up to £500 if your dog is not micro-chipped, and could have a court case filed against you.
Dogs must be kept under control
It is against the law to allow a dog to be dangerously out of control in a public or private space.
A dog is considered dangerously out of control if:
it injures someone
it makes someone worried it might injure them
it attacks someone’s animal
the owner of an animal thinks they could be injured if they tried to stop your dog attacking their animal
Owners can be issued an unlimited fine or be sent to prison for up to six months (or both) if their dog is dangerously out of control, and may be restricted from owning a dog in the future. The dog may also be put down.
If you allow your dog to injure someone, you can receive a prison sentence for up to five years, and be fined.
Keep your dog away from livestock
A dog must not chase or attack livestock on agricultural land, and should be kept on a lead.
If your dog is worrying livestock, a farmer has a right to stop your dog and even shoot it in some circumstances.
Dog fouling
Failure to clean up after your dog can result in an on-the-spot fine, with amounts typically ranging between £50 and £80, depending on your local council.
Refusal to pay the initial fine can lead to the case being taken to court, where you could be fined up to £1,000.
Some councils have stricter rules, and may make it mandatory for owners to carry a poop scoop and disposable bag when they take their dogs out to a public place.
There are some exceptions for dog owners on some public land in England and Wales, including:
Land used for agriculture or woodlands
Rural common land, marshland, moor or heath
Motorways with a speed limit of 50 mph or more
Registered blind people, or those with disabilities which restrict their sight or mobility, are also not required to clean up after their dogs, and working animals, such as sheep or police dogs, are also exempt while on duty.
The Dog Fouling (Scotland) Act 2003 also exempts fines for dog fouling on agricultural land.
Some dog breeds are banned in the UK
In the UK, it is against the law to own certain types of dog. These breeds are:
Pit Bull Terrier
Japanese Tosa
Dogo Argentino
Fila Brasileiro
If you have a banned dog, the police or local council dog warden can take it away and keep it, even if it isn't acting dangerously - although the permission from a court may be required first.
A police or council dog expert will judge what type of dog you have and consider if it is, or could be, a danger to the public.
Based on this decision, your dog will either be released or kept in kennels while the police, or council, apply to a court.
The maximum fine for having a banned dog is £5000 and/or six months in prison.
The dog may also be destroyed.
Don't be a noise nuisance
Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, dog barking can be considered a statutory nuisance if it is intrusive and affects someone's quiet enjoyment of their property.
If a complaint is made to the local council, they may serve a Noise Abatement Notice if they are satisfied a nuisance exists.
Failure to comply with an abatement notice can result in the noisy dog's owner being prosecuted and fined.
Upholding your duty of care
Section nine of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 places a duty of care on owners to ensure they take reasonable steps to care for their pet, and must provide the following welfare needs:
a suitable environment
a suitable diet
the ability to exhibit normal behaviour patterns
to be housed with, or apart, from other animals
to be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease
The Animal Health & Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006 and Welfare of Animals Act
(Northern Ireland) make similar provisions, with owners forced to pay penalties if these care needs are not met.
Dog walking rules
Some public areas in England and Wales are covered by Public Spaces Protection Orders, in which you may be required to:
keep your dog on a lead
put your dog on a lead if told to by a police officer, police community support officer, or someone from the council
stop your dog going to certain places, such as farmland or areas of a park
limit the number of dogs you have with you
clear up after your dog
If you ignore these rules, you can be fined £100 on the spot with a Fixed Penalty Notice, or up to £1,000 if the case goes to court.
Dog breeders need a license
Under the Animal Welfare Act 1999, breeders in England and Scotland who breed five or more litters per year must be licensed by their local authority.
In Wales, breeders who breed three or more litters within a 12 month period must be licensed.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-26--Scientists develop blood test to detect cancer 'years before symptoms show'

Scientists say they have developed a new blood test that can detect five common types of cancer 'years before ' any symptoms show .
The test - named PanSeer - can detect stomach , gullet , bowel , lung and liver cancer as early as four years before conventional methods , including imaging tests and biopsies .
Scientists analysed plasma samples from 605 people who did not have any symptoms of cancer in the study , with 191 of the participants later diagnosed with the disease .
The study , published in the journal Nature Communications , also assessed specimens @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as 200 primary tumour and normal tissue samples .
The scientists then developed a test that was able to detect cancer in 95 per cent of the participants who did not have any symptoms of the disease when samples were collected , and were only diagnosed with cancer later .
The study also found cancer in 88 per cent of the samples from 113 participants who had already been diagnosed with the disease .
Findings from the study showed that the test could be used to help identify patients who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , although the results need to be validated on a larger scale .
Kung Zhang , professor at the University of California , San Diego , and one of the authors on the study , said : “ The ultimate goal would be performing blood tests like this routinely during annual health check-ups .
`` But the immediate focus is to test people at higher risk , based on family history , age or other known risk factors . ''
How does the test work ?
Blood-based screening tests have become more prevalent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as they offer a way to assess patients for cancer without the need for invasive surgery .
The test involves identifying the telltale signs of cancer based on small levels of tumour DNA that may be circulating in the blood , helping to detect the disease even before any symptoms have occurred .
The test is also able to correctly identify healthy samples 95 per cent of the time .
While a small number of blood screening tests already exist for a number of cancer types , including colonoscopy , mammography and cervical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is unique as they assessed blood samples from patients who did not already have symptoms .
As such , this allowed them to develop a test that can detect cancer signs much earlier than conventional diagnosis methods .
Further large scale studies are now required to confirm the potential of the early detection blood test , but results so far have shown that “ cancer can be non-invasively detected up to four years before current standard of care .
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The test - named PanSeer - can detect stomach, gullet, bowel, lung and liver cancer as early as four years before conventional methods, including imaging tests and biopsies.
Is the test effective?
Scientists analysed plasma samples from 605 people who did not have any symptoms of cancer in the study, with 191 of the participants later diagnosed with the disease.
The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, also assessed specimens from a further 223 diagnosed cancer patients, as well as 200 primary tumour and normal tissue samples.
The scientists then developed a test that was able to detect cancer in 95 per cent of the participants who did not have any symptoms of the disease when samples were collected, and were only diagnosed with cancer later.
The study also found cancer in 88 per cent of the samples from 113 participants who had already been diagnosed with the disease.
Findings from the study showed that the test could be used to help identify patients who are at high risk of developing cancer, although the results need to be validated on a larger scale.
Kung Zhang, professor at the University of California, San Diego, and one of the authors on the study, said: “The ultimate goal would be performing blood tests like this routinely during annual health check-ups.
"But the immediate focus is to test people at higher risk, based on family history, age or other known risk factors."
How does the test work?
Blood-based screening tests have become more prevalent in scientific studies in recent years, as they offer a way to assess patients for cancer without the need for invasive surgery.
The test involves identifying the telltale signs of cancer based on small levels of tumour DNA that may be circulating in the blood, helping to detect the disease even before any symptoms have occurred.
The test is also able to correctly identify healthy samples 95 per cent of the time.
While a small number of blood screening tests already exist for a number of cancer types, including colonoscopy, mammography and cervical cytology, the scientists claim their work is unique as they assessed blood samples from patients who did not already have symptoms.
As such, this allowed them to develop a test that can detect cancer signs much earlier than conventional diagnosis methods.
Further large scale studies are now required to confirm the potential of the early detection blood test, but results so far have shown that “cancer can be non-invasively detected up to four years before current standard of care.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Worcestershire's care homes set to welcome back visitors

FAMILIES with relatives in care homes will soon be able to visit their loved-ones in person for the first time since the coronavirus lockdown started .
Following the latest government guidance , which says care homes can begin to welcome single guests , families and their loved ones will soon be re-united .
Worcestershire county councillor Adrian Hardman , cabinet member with responsibility for adult social care , said he was “ delighted ” at the news , and that carers across the county had showed “ real dedication and commitment ” over the last few months .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shown real dedication and commitment to those in need of care and we have worked hard over the last few months to ensure that residents have been able to keep in touch with loved ones through the use of video calling apps .
“ It certainly hasn ’ t been easy for many residents and families .
The effects of lockdown have been incredibly isolating , but we will now study the guidance to ensure that our local plans correlate with the national guidance.
” Detailed risk assessments will be carried out on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be required , which include adhering to social distancing and wearing face coverings .
The council has also been working with care home managers to develop protocols for safe visiting .
With this guidance now in place , social care and public health will review the guidance to support care homes across the county to ensure this can be done safely .
Each care home across the county will communicate their individual arrangements for reopening to family and friends who may wish to visit .
Dr Kathryn Cobain , director for Public @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Our priority remains keeping our residents safe and our care homes free of Covid-19 .
`` Public Health teams will be assessing risk and working with our care homes to develop a policy for the safe re-opening for visits .
`` We will set out clear guidance for homes and visitors , to ensure we keep our most vulnerable residents safe . ''
Will you be going to visit your relatives now care homes are reopening ?
Get in touch with us - we 'd love to hear your story .
Email emily.collis @ @ @

Following the latest government guidance, which says care homes can begin to welcome single guests, families and their loved ones will soon be re-united.
Worcestershire county councillor Adrian Hardman, cabinet member with responsibility for adult social care, said he was “delighted” at the news, and that carers across the county had showed “real dedication and commitment” over the last few months.
He said: “Our carers across Worcestershire have shown real dedication and commitment to those in need of care and we have worked hard over the last few months to ensure that residents have been able to keep in touch with loved ones through the use of video calling apps.
“It certainly hasn’t been easy for many residents and families. The effects of lockdown have been incredibly isolating, but we will now study the guidance to ensure that our local plans correlate with the national guidance.”
Detailed risk assessments will be carried out on specific care homes and appropriate safety precautions will be required, which include adhering to social distancing and wearing face coverings.
The council has also been working with care home managers to develop protocols for safe visiting. With this guidance now in place, social care and public health will review the guidance to support care homes across the county to ensure this can be done safely.
Each care home across the county will communicate their individual arrangements for reopening to family and friends who may wish to visit.
Dr Kathryn Cobain, director for Public Health for Worcestershire, said: "Our priority remains keeping our residents safe and our care homes free of Covid-19.
"Public Health teams will be assessing risk and working with our care homes to develop a policy for the safe re-opening for visits.
"We will set out clear guidance for homes and visitors, to ensure we keep our most vulnerable residents safe."
Will you be going to visit your relatives now care homes are reopening? Get in touch with us - we'd love to hear your story. Email emily.collis@newsquest.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Cookley road reopens following collision

POLICE have been dealing with a road traffic collision at Island Pool in Cookley .
The A449 Wolverhampton Road junction @ @ @ @ @ following the incident .
The road has now been reopened .
Police previously asked people @ @ @ @ @ prevent delays whilst the incident is being dealt with .

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kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--New system transforms service for Worcestershire eye patients

A NEW web based electronic patient record system is now in use across Worcestershire ’ s hospitals , reducing the need for patients to visit hospital for their procedures .
The new digital system OpenEyes is a secure open source electronic patient record system that allows health professionals to share information electronically across health care providers across Worcestershire .
OpenEyes enables clinical staff to record data in real-time , eliminating the use of paper .
The new system is also designed to be used in any ophthalmic setting - treating eye conditions - across Worcestershire , meaning a patient ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ authorised and authenticated users regardless of time and location .
Working in Partnership with AB EHR Digital , the clinicians have been directly involved in refining the care pathways to tailor the system to the clinical needs .
Malcolm Woodcock , consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust , said : “ OpenEyes enables quicker , more effective sharing of information across ophthalmic services across Worcestershire , therefore improving patient safety and quality of care .
“ It will enable more time efficient services , reduce the time required for administrative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experience and improve the quality and availability of information stored about a patient.
” Matthew Hopkins , chief Executive of Worcestershire Acute Hospital NHS Trust , added : “ This is yet another fantastic digital solution that has been implemented by our clinical and digital teams , that focuses on offering the best possible care to our patients.
” “ Our teams continually look at ways in which our services can be improved that meets the needs of the people of Worcestershire .
`` We would like to thank all our local health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get this system up and running.
” The software has been developed by a not-for-profit foundation run by UK NHS clinicians .

The new digital system OpenEyes is a secure open source electronic patient record system that allows health professionals to share information electronically across health care providers across Worcestershire.
OpenEyes enables clinical staff to record data in real-time, eliminating the use of paper. The new system is also designed to be used in any ophthalmic setting - treating eye conditions - across Worcestershire, meaning a patient’s information will be instantly available to authorised and authenticated users regardless of time and location.
Working in Partnership with AB EHR Digital, the clinicians have been directly involved in refining the care pathways to tailor the system to the clinical needs.
Malcolm Woodcock, consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, said: “OpenEyes enables quicker, more effective sharing of information across ophthalmic services across Worcestershire, therefore improving patient safety and quality of care.
“It will enable more time efficient services, reduce the time required for administrative tasks by clinicians, improve the patient experience and improve the quality and availability of information stored about a patient.”
Matthew Hopkins, chief Executive of Worcestershire Acute Hospital NHS Trust, added: “This is yet another fantastic digital solution that has been implemented by our clinical and digital teams, that focuses on offering the best possible care to our patients.”
“Our teams continually look at ways in which our services can be improved that meets the needs of the people of Worcestershire.
"We would like to thank all our local health partners who have successfully worked together to get this system up and running.”
The software has been developed by a not-for-profit foundation run by UK NHS clinicians.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Parts stolen from vehicles at Worcestershire Royal Hospital

CATALYTIC converters have been stolen from two vehicles parked at Worcestershire Royal Hospital .
In recent months , there have @ @ @ @ @ catalytic converter thefts from vehicles in the West Mercia Police force area .
Detective inspector @ @ @ @ @ Our investigating team are working closely with our partners at the hospital as there were @ @ @ @ @ park earlier in the year .
`` I would like to hear from anyone who @ @ @ @ @ car parks [ on Thursday ] .
`` I ’ d like reassure the community @ @ @ @ @ to prevent such crimes and will be increasing our patrols in the area of the @ @ @ @ @ believed to have happened between 10am and 12pm on Thursday , July 23 .
Anyone @ @ @ @ @ can call West Mercia Police on 101 , quoting incident number 00523 .

In recent months, there have been a number of reported catalytic converter thefts from vehicles in the West Mercia Police force area.
Detective inspector Jack Taylor said: “Our investigating team are working closely with our partners at the hospital as there were catalytic thefts from the car park earlier in the year.
"I would like to hear from anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in car parks [on Thursday].
"I’d like reassure the community that we are working hard to prevent such crimes and will be increasing our patrols in the area of the hospital.”
The thefts are believed to have happened between 10am and 12pm on Thursday, July 23.
Anyone with information on these thefts can call West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 00523.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Eating chocolate 'at least once a week' may lower your risk of heart disease

New research has revealed that eating chocolate 'at least once a week ' may lower your risk of heart disease and keep blood vessels healthy .
Scientists in the US from the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas have concluded that people who regularly eat chocolate are eight per cent less likely to suffer heart disease compared to those who do not .
How does chocolate help ?
The findings , which have been published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology , show that helpful compounds in cocoa , known as ‘ flavonoids ’ , are what raise levels @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health while reducing inflammation .
Lead researcher , Dr Chayakrit Krittanawong , said : “ Our study suggests that chocolate helps keep the heart ’ s blood vessels healthy .
“ In the past , clinical studies have shown that chocolate is beneficial for both blood pressure and the lining of blood vessels.
” How much chocolate is recommended ?
The scientists dedicated nine years to the study , in which they followed 336,289 adults as they reported on the amount of chocolate they consumed .
However , unfortunately they did not research @ @ @ @ @ @ @ size was best for boosting one 's health .
Dr Krittanawong said : `` More research is needed to pinpoint how much and what kind of chocolate could be recommended.
” Yet it seems that the age old advice of ‘ everything in moderation ’ rings true , as Dr Krittanawong has warned indulging too frequently and eating large portion sizes was unlikely to be beneficial for anyone ’ s long-term health .
He explained , “ Moderate amounts of chocolate seem to protect the coronary arteries but it ’ s likely that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calories , sugar , milk , and fat in commercially available products need to be considered , particularly in diabetics and obese people.
” What have the British Heart Foundation said ?
Senior Dietitian at the British Heart Foundation , Victoria Taylor , criticised the study , saying : “ Although this review suggests that chocolate can keep the heart ’ s blood vessels healthy , it does have its limitations .
“ It didn ’ t consider what else participants were eating or the risk factors for heart and circulatory diseases that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ results aren ’ t conclusive enough for us to recommend eating chocolate for health reasons .
“ We already know that there may be beneficial compounds found in cocoa , but the chocolate products that we most commonly buy in the UK usually contain very little cocoa .
“ All chocolate is high in calories because of its fat and sugar content and eating too much of it can lead to weight gain , which isn ’ t good for our heart and circulatory health.
” In the UK , roughly 2.3 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ million male and 830,000 female sufferers .
Approximately 64,000 people in the UK die from the condition each year .
It is caused by a build-up of fat in key arteries blocking the heart 's blood supply .

Scientists in the US from the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas have concluded that people who regularly eat chocolate are eight per cent less likely to suffer heart disease compared to those who do not.
How does chocolate help?
The findings, which have been published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, show that helpful compounds in cocoa, known as ‘flavonoids’, are what raise levels of good cholesterol and boost blood vessel health while reducing inflammation.
Lead researcher, Dr Chayakrit Krittanawong, said: “Our study suggests that chocolate helps keep the heart’s blood vessels healthy.
“In the past, clinical studies have shown that chocolate is beneficial for both blood pressure and the lining of blood vessels.”
How much chocolate is recommended?
The scientists dedicated nine years to the study, in which they followed 336,289 adults as they reported on the amount of chocolate they consumed.
However, unfortunately they did not research which specific type of chocolate or portion size was best for boosting one's health.
Dr Krittanawong said: "More research is needed to pinpoint how much and what kind of chocolate could be recommended.”
Yet it seems that the age old advice of ‘everything in moderation’ rings true, as Dr Krittanawong has warned indulging too frequently and eating large portion sizes was unlikely to be beneficial for anyone’s long-term health.
He explained, “Moderate amounts of chocolate seem to protect the coronary arteries but it’s likely that large quantities do not.
“The calories, sugar, milk, and fat in commercially available products need to be considered, particularly in diabetics and obese people.”
What have the British Heart Foundation said?
Senior Dietitian at the British Heart Foundation, Victoria Taylor, criticised the study, saying: “Although this review suggests that chocolate can keep the heart’s blood vessels healthy, it does have its limitations.
“It didn’t consider what else participants were eating or the risk factors for heart and circulatory diseases that people might have had, so the results aren’t conclusive enough for us to recommend eating chocolate for health reasons.
“We already know that there may be beneficial compounds found in cocoa, but the chocolate products that we most commonly buy in the UK usually contain very little cocoa.
“All chocolate is high in calories because of its fat and sugar content and eating too much of it can lead to weight gain, which isn’t good for our heart and circulatory health.”
In the UK, roughly 2.3 million people have heart disease, with 1.5 million male and 830,000 female sufferers.
Approximately 64,000 people in the UK die from the condition each year. It is caused by a build-up of fat in key arteries blocking the heart's blood supply.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--New law allows you to add two storeys to a house without planning permission

New laws now allow homeowners to add two storeys to their property without seeking full planning permission first .
Home extensions will instead benefit from a new fast-track planning approval process , and will also allow unused commercial properties to be converted into housing without a full planning application .
When will the laws take effect ?
The new rules were set out in parliament on July 21 and will come into effect in September this year .
The changes , which apply to owners of detached properties , will allow homeowners to expand their current living space upwards to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 18 metres .
As such , families will be able to extend their home under the same permitted development rights used for small extensions and loft conversions .
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said he hoped people would use the new laws to add extra space for growing families and elderly relatives , thereby avoiding the need to move house .
Unused commercial properties will also benefit from the new laws , as it means a planning application will no longer be required to demolish and rebuild unused buildings .
The government hopes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need to rebuild on greenfield sites and will create homes that fit the character of the local area .
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said : `` We are reforming the planning system and cutting out unnecessary bureaucracy to give small business owners the freedom they need to adapt and evolve , and to renew our town centres with new enterprises and more housing .
`` These changes will help transform boarded up , unused buildings safely into high quality homes at the heart of their communities.
” Currently , planning permission can take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ approval , allowing neighbours the opportunity to formally object to the plans .
However , under the new laws , homeowners will be able to apply for an extension via a “ fast-track approval service ” , which should receive a response within eight weeks , and neighbours will not be able to formally object to the changes to properties .
The Ministry of Housing has also said that developers will still have to comply with building regulations , and should consider the impact on neighbours and the appearance of the extension .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ block extensions for a limited number of reasons , such as traffic congestion , flood risk and noise pollution .

Home extensions will instead benefit from a new fast-track planning approval process, and will also allow unused commercial properties to be converted into housing without a full planning application.
When will the laws take effect?
The new rules were set out in parliament on July 21 and will come into effect in September this year.
The changes, which apply to owners of detached properties, will allow homeowners to expand their current living space upwards to two storeys, up to a height of 18 metres.
As such, families will be able to extend their home under the same permitted development rights used for small extensions and loft conversions.
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said he hoped people would use the new laws to add extra space for growing families and elderly relatives, thereby avoiding the need to move house.
Unused commercial properties will also benefit from the new laws, as it means a planning application will no longer be required to demolish and rebuild unused buildings.
The government hopes the move will help to reduce the need to rebuild on greenfield sites and will create homes that fit the character of the local area.
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said: "We are reforming the planning system and cutting out unnecessary bureaucracy to give small business owners the freedom they need to adapt and evolve, and to renew our town centres with new enterprises and more housing.
"These changes will help transform boarded up, unused buildings safely into high quality homes at the heart of their communities.”
Can neighbours object?
Currently, planning permission can take between eight and 16 weeks to get approval, allowing neighbours the opportunity to formally object to the plans.
However, under the new laws, homeowners will be able to apply for an extension via a “fast-track approval service”, which should receive a response within eight weeks, and neighbours will not be able to formally object to the changes to properties.
The Ministry of Housing has also said that developers will still have to comply with building regulations, and should consider the impact on neighbours and the appearance of the extension.
However, councils may be able to block extensions for a limited number of reasons, such as traffic congestion, flood risk and noise pollution.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Passport renewals delayed: How long you might have to wait

Millions of people across the UK may have to wait 'up to four months ' for a new passport due to significant coronavirus delays - according the Passport Office .
The warning comes after the Passport Office revealed last month that the coronavirus pandemic has caused passport applications to take much longer .
In addition to this delay for simple renewals , both the fast-track service and face-to-face interviews ( which are needed for a first passport ) have now been put on hold because of the pandemic .
The Passport Office is currently advising only those who will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passport for compassionate reasons , to apply for one , in order to cut the waiting time down .
How long is the wait for a new or renewed passport ?
According to Passport Waiting Time - a website which uses crowd-sourced data - the current waiting time is an average of 45 days for an adult ’ s first passport , while a child 's first passport can take up to 33 days .
Meanwhile , passport renewals are taking slightly less time , but still upwards of three weeks , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ child 's renewal and 23 days for an adult ’ s renewal .
However , there have been some reports of the wait for a passport taking upwards of 100 days .
Speaking to the Telegraph , Transport clerk Matthew Hall explained that so far he has been waiting 142 days for his first adult passport which he applied for on February 28 - far ahead of his family holiday to Majorca in August .
Mr Hall said : `` It ’ s beyond frustrating and they could at least keep people in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lose over £3,000 , and I ’ m a key worker who could seriously do with a holiday . ''
'Apply for a new passport in advance' Further adding to delays is the influx of new passport applications which are expected to come through after the government ’ s post-Brexit information campaign , which was launched last week .
The campaign urges millions of UK residents whose passports are set to expire in the next year , to apply for a new one now , in order to prepare for the end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brexit rule regarding passports requires holidaymakers travelling to popular European countries , including Spain , Greece , France , Germany and Italy , to have a passport with at least six months of validity .
When will the new rule come into force ?
This new rule will come into force on January 1 , 2021 , and it is estimated that around five million people in the UK currently have passports which are valid for less than a year .

The warning comes after the Passport Office revealed last month that the coronavirus pandemic has caused passport applications to take much longer.
In addition to this delay for simple renewals, both the fast-track service and face-to-face interviews (which are needed for a first passport) have now been put on hold because of the pandemic.
The Passport Office is currently advising only those who will be travelling before September, or require a passport for compassionate reasons, to apply for one, in order to cut the waiting time down.
How long is the wait for a new or renewed passport?
According to Passport Waiting Time - a website which uses crowd-sourced data - the current waiting time is an average of 45 days for an adult’s first passport, while a child's first passport can take up to 33 days.
Meanwhile, passport renewals are taking slightly less time, but still upwards of three weeks, with an average of 28 days for a child's renewal and 23 days for an adult’s renewal.
However, there have been some reports of the wait for a passport taking upwards of 100 days.
Speaking to the Telegraph, Transport clerk Matthew Hall explained that so far he has been waiting 142 days for his first adult passport which he applied for on February 28 - far ahead of his family holiday to Majorca in August.
Mr Hall said: "It’s beyond frustrating and they could at least keep people in the know. I'm set to lose over £3,000, and I’m a key worker who could seriously do with a holiday."
'Apply for a new passport in advance'
Further adding to delays is the influx of new passport applications which are expected to come through after the government’s post-Brexit information campaign, which was launched last week.
The campaign urges millions of UK residents whose passports are set to expire in the next year, to apply for a new one now, in order to prepare for the end of the Brexit transition period.
The post Brexit rule regarding passports requires holidaymakers travelling to popular European countries, including Spain, Greece, France, Germany and Italy, to have a passport with at least six months of validity.
When will the new rule come into force?
This new rule will come into force on January 1, 2021, and it is estimated that around five million people in the UK currently have passports which are valid for less than a year.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-25--Gyms reopening: Why you won't need to wear a mask

Gym-goers will not have to wear a face mask when they reopen - the government has confirmed .
Here 's what you need to know .
What can reopen from July 25 across England ?
The following venues will be able to open from Saturday , July 25 , 2020 : Why will gyms not require a face mask to be worn ?
The Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed the news in an announcement he made last week .
`` We have not taken a decision to require the wearing of face masks in respect of gyms , '' he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made by the government , individual gyms , or gym-chains may have different rules in place , so check with your local gym before travelling .
What guidance do gyms need to follow when they reopen ?
The government has issued strict instructions for gyms , which include 'regular deep cleans , plus a 'restriction on how many people are allowed in at one time ' .
Gyms have also been told to encourage visitors to arrive 'wearing their sports clothes ' and to 'shower at home if possible ' .
The reason @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amount of time and usage of the on-site changing rooms .
The guidance adds that venues should 'ensure that steps are taken to avoid people needing to unduly raise their voices to each other ' .
`` This includes – but is not limited to – refraining from playing music or broadcasts that may encourage shouting , including if played at a volume that makes normal conversation difficult .
`` This is because of the potential for increased risk of transmission – particularly from aerosol and droplet transmission , '' the guidance adds @

Here's what you need to know.
What can reopen from July 25 across England?
The following venues will be able to open from Saturday, July 25, 2020:
Gyms
Swimming pools
Fitness and dance studios
Sports venues
Why will gyms not require a face mask to be worn?
The Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden confirmed the news in an announcement he made last week.
"We have not taken a decision to require the wearing of face masks in respect of gyms," he said.
While the announcement has been made by the government, individual gyms, or gym-chains may have different rules in place, so check with your local gym before travelling.
What guidance do gyms need to follow when they reopen?
The government has issued strict instructions for gyms, which include 'regular deep cleans, plus a 'restriction on how many people are allowed in at one time'.
Gyms have also been told to encourage visitors to arrive 'wearing their sports clothes' and to 'shower at home if possible'. The reason behind the move is to limit the amount of time and usage of the on-site changing rooms.
The guidance adds that venues should 'ensure that steps are taken to avoid people needing to unduly raise their voices to each other'.
"This includes – but is not limited to – refraining from playing music or broadcasts that may encourage shouting, including if played at a volume that makes normal conversation difficult.
"This is because of the potential for increased risk of transmission – particularly from aerosol and droplet transmission," the guidance adds.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-28--Eat Out to Help Out - restaurants taking part in Wyre Forest

A NEW Eat Out to Help Out postcode checker has been launched by the government that allows you to find which businesses in Kidderminster , Stourport and Bewdley are taking part in the scheme .
Eat Out to Help Out officially begins on Monday , August 3 .
Customers will be able to get a 50 per cent discount on food or non-alcoholic drinks ( up to a £10 discount per diner ) at participating establishments .
The scheme will run every Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday between the start of next week and Monday , August 31 .
You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as you like and the discount is automatically applied by the restaurant or establishment .
Diners can use it at the same time as other offers and discounts and there is no minimum spend - but you can not claim a discount on alcoholic drinks or service charges .
Establishments will claim a reimbursement from the government for the discount they ’ ve given .
Participating establishments may include restaurants , cafés , bars or pubs , work and school canteens and food halls .
All diners in a group of any size @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 53 places registered so far for the scheme within five miles of Kidderminster town centre .
• The Old Rose and Crown - Worcester Road • The Old House at Home - Blakedown The Eat Out to Help Out restaurant finder is available on the gov.uk website here .
Some larger chain establishments may not be included on the lists .
Is your Wyre Forest business signed up to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme and not on our list ?
Email emily.collis @ newsquest.co.uk .

Eat Out to Help Out officially begins on Monday, August 3.
Customers can get a 50 per cent discount on food or non-alcoholic drinks (up to a £10 discount per diner) at participating establishments.
The scheme will run every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday until Monday, August 31.
You can use the scheme as many times as you like and the discount is automatically applied by the restaurant or establishment.
Diners can use it at the same time as other offers and discounts and there is no minimum spend - but you cannot claim a discount on alcoholic drinks or service charges.
Establishments will claim a reimbursement from the government for the discount they’ve given.
Participating establishments may include restaurants, cafés, bars or pubs, work and school canteens and food halls.
All diners in a group of any size can use the discount.
The businesses taking part in Wyre Forest include...
Kidderminster
Bombay Blues - Blackwell Street
Pennies - Bull Ring
Delightful Desserts - Oxford Street
Cue and Brew Sports Bar - Prospect Hill
Sher-E-Punjab - George Street
Burger King - Foley Drive
The Swan - Vicar Street
Love Food Italia - New Road
Loom and Shuttle - Stourport Road
Bistrot Pierre - Exchange Street
Subway - Coventry Street
Starbucks - Stourport Road
La Brasserie - Lower Mill Street
McDonald's - Weaver's Wharf
Divine Indian Cuisine - Blackwell Street
The Station Inn - Farfield
China Lodge - Bewdley Road
The Hare and Hounds - Shenstone
Cafe Masala - Mill Street
Subway - Stourport Road
Viaduct Tavern - Old Chester Road South
McDonald's - Worcester Road
Bewdley
Brinton Arms - Bewdley Road
Mulberry Restaurant - Load Street
The Courtyard - Severnside South
Chang Thai River - Load Street
The Rajah - Load Street
The Little Pack Horse - High Street
The Mug House Inn & Restaurant - Severn Side North
Pomodoro - High Street
Vhujon Restaurant - Load Street
Piccolos - Load Street
The Hop Pole Inn & Restaurant - Cleobury Road
The Rustic Pizza Company - Cleobury Road
West Midland Safari Park
Wharton Park Golf & Country Club - Longbank
Stourport
Severn Tandoori - Bridge Street
The Open Kitchen Cafe - Bridge Street
Stourport Bakery - High Street
Fidoras Bistro Bar - York Street
The Rock Tavern - Wilden Lane
Gingers Cafe - Parkes Passage
The Old Rose and Crown - Worcester Road
The Old Beams - Dunley Road
The Quayside - Stourport Marina
Flavour-E-Azam - Sandy Lane
Surrounding villages
Mitre Oak - Crossway Green, Hartlebury
The Swan - Blakedown
Kings Arms - Astley Cross
Bodenham Farm & Arboretum - Wolverley
Island Pool - Cookley
The Old House at Home - Blakedown
The Fox Inn - Chaddesley Corbett
The White Hart - Hartlebury
Arley Post Office, Stores and Tearoom - Upper Arley
The Tap House - Hartlebury
Watering Can - Clent
Bay Tree Restaurant - Kinver
The White Harte - Kinver
Baci Ristorante - Kinver
The Olde House Tearoom - Kinver
Crown Inn - Iverley
The Robin Hood Inn - Belbroughton
The Vine Inn - Kinver
The Eat Out to Help Out restaurant finder is available on the gov.uk website here.
Some larger chain establishments may not be included on the lists.
Is your Wyre Forest business signed up to the Eat Out to Help Out scheme and not on our list? Email emily.collis@newsquest.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-28--Council 'let down' as Kidderminster pool unable to reopen

A PADDLING pool in Kidderminster will be unable to reopen this year after the town council was told `` at the last minute '' that maintenance work would not go ahead as planned .
Conservative members on Kidderminster Town Council say they have been `` let down '' by Wyre Forest District Council after works scheduled to take place at St George 's Park outdoor pool to make it safe to reopen this month were not carried out .
Cllr David Ross , leader of the town Conservative Group , said : “ The Progressive Alliance-led district council contacted Kidderminster @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last minute , that it is unable to carry out the necessary work on the pool to make it safe to open .
`` Families have endured staying in for months , many with no access to gardens or an outdoor space .
`` Wyre Forest District Council needs to urgently rethink its decision so this pool can open.
” In January , Conservative town councillors moved a motion to close St George 's pool as no group had come forwards to take over its management .
The motion was amended to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new owner and a petition was launched by Labour councillor Sarah Rook to keep the pool open .
During a meeting in March , councillors from all political groups voted for funds to be made available for Wyre Forest District Council to carry out maintenance works on the pool .
But just as the government gave outdoor swimming pools the green light to reopen from July 11 , Kidderminster Town Council was told the district council could no longer carry out the work , meaning the facility will now remain closed for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resident Dale Preece-Kelly said : “ This is a well-used facility and following lockdown the opening of the pool has been eagerly anticipated by parents .
This is a bitter blow for local families . ''
A spokesman for Wyre Forest District Council said : “ We did extend an offer to Kidderminster Town Council to commission the paddling pool in St George ’ s if they intended to reopen it .
”

Conservative members on Kidderminster Town Council say they have been "let down" by Wyre Forest District Council after works scheduled to take place at St George's Park outdoor pool to make it safe to reopen this month were not carried out.
Cllr David Ross, leader of the town Conservative Group, said: “The Progressive Alliance-led district council contacted Kidderminster Town Council to inform us, at the last minute, that it is unable to carry out the necessary work on the pool to make it safe to open.
"Families have endured staying in for months, many with no access to gardens or an outdoor space.
"Wyre Forest District Council needs to urgently rethink its decision so this pool can open.”
Broadwaters resident Dale Preece-Kelly said: “This is a well-used facility and following lockdown the opening of the pool has been eagerly anticipated by parents. This is a bitter blow for local families."
In January, Conservative town councillors moved a motion to close St George's pool as they said no group had come forwards to take over its management.
The motion was amended to give the council until April to find a new owner, and a petition was launched by Labour town and district councillor Sarah Rook to keep the pool open.
During a meeting in March, councillors from all political groups voted for funds to be made available for Wyre Forest District Council to carry out maintenance works on the pool.
But just as the government gave outdoor swimming pools the green light to reopen from July 11, Kidderminster Town Council was told the district council could no longer carry out the work.
The Conservative Group says the pool will now be unable to reopen until next year and are campaigning for the district council to review the decision.
However, Wyre Forest Labour said the Conservative Group’s campaign was “a bit rich” as it was their motion in January that moved to close the pool down.
Cllr Rook said: “It was a Conservative Localism project arising from their austerity cuts that got it removed from the district council budget, and it was the Conservative group on the town council who then wanted the town council to stop funding it.
“You have to wonder whether they have any genuine concern for much loved local amenities like this if they think it’s okay to use it as a prop in their political games.”
A spokesman for Wyre Forest District Council said: “We did extend an offer to Kidderminster Town Council to commission the paddling pool in St George’s if they intended to reopen it.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-27--Man dies after 'medical emergency' in Kidderminster

A MAN has died after the air ambulance was called to a `` medical emergency '' in Kidderminster .
West @ @ @ @ @ to a property in Offmore Road shortly after 2.30pm on Monday afternoon ( July 27 @ @ @ @ @ spokesman said this morning : `` We were called at 2.36pm to a medical emergency @ @ @ @ @ Road .
`` We sent two ambulances and the Midlands Air Ambulance critical care car @ @ @ @ @ from Cosford to the scene .
`` Police were also in attendance .
`` On @ @ @ @ @ patient at the scene , a man , who was in a serious condition .
@ @ @ @ @ life support but sadly it became apparent that nothing could be done to save him @ @ @ @ @ at the scene . ''
The Shuttle understands that police were called but did not @ @ @ @ @ Mercia Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious .

West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to a property in Offmore Road shortly after 2.30pm on Monday afternoon (July 27).
An ambulance service spokesman said this morning: "We were called at 2.36pm to a medical emergency at a property in Offmore Road.
"We sent two ambulances and the Midlands Air Ambulance critical care car and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford to the scene.
"Police were also in attendance.
"On arrival, we found one patient at the scene, a man, who was in a serious condition.
"Ambulance staff administered advanced life support but sadly it became apparent that nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene."
The Shuttle understands that police were called but did not enter the property.
West Mercia Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious.
A police spokesman said: "A man suffered a medical episode and sadly died."


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-28--Three people injured in Cookley crash

Three people injured in Cookley crash

THREE people were injured , one seriously , in a crash involving two cars in Cookley .
The Midlands Air Ambulance and three ambulances raced to the scene on the A449 after receiving reports of a crash at around 12.40pm today ( July 28 ) .
Emergency services , including fire crews , rescued a man and women from one of the cars .
The man suffered serious injuries and was rushed on blue lights by land ambulance to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham for further emergency care .
Medics treated the woman at the scene before she was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ third person , a man , was found out of his car when medics arrived and he was given treatment at the scene before bring taken the Alexandra Hospital for further checks .
The A449 was closed between its junctions with Caunsall Road and Common Barn Lane by police in the aftermath of the crash .
A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance said : `` On arrival crews found two cars which had been involved in a collision .
One occupant , a man , was out of his vehicle and was described @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was given treatment on scene before being taken to the Alexandra Hospital for further checks .
“ Two other occupants , a man and woman , were assessed by ambulance staff who needed assistance from the fire service to extricate them safely from the vehicle .
The man suffered serious injuries and was taken by land ambulance on blue lights to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further emergency care .
The woman received treatment on scene for injuries before being taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
” Three ambulances , two paramedic officers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a MERIT trauma doctor on board attended the scene .

The Midlands Air Ambulance and three ambulances raced to the scene on the A449 after receiving reports of a crash at around 12.40pm today (July 28).
Emergency services, including fire crews, rescued a man and women from one of the cars.
The man suffered serious injuries and was rushed on blue lights by land ambulance to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham for further emergency care.
Medics treated the woman at the scene before she was taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
A third person, a man, was found out of his car when medics arrived and he was given treatment at the scene before bring taken the Alexandra Hospital for further checks.
The A449 was closed between its junctions with Caunsall Road and Common Barn Lane by police in the aftermath of the crash.
A449 Kidderminster closure currently in place due to road traffic collision. Closure in place on A449 junction with Caunsall Road, Austcliffe Lane and Common Barn Lane junctions @WMerciaPolice #Kidderminster — West Mercia OCC (@WestMerciaOCC) July 28, 2020
A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance said: "On arrival crews found two cars which had been involved in a collision. One occupant, a man, was out of his vehicle and was described as ‘walking wounded’. He was given treatment on scene before being taken to the Alexandra Hospital for further checks.
“Two other occupants, a man and woman, were assessed by ambulance staff who needed assistance from the fire service to extricate them safely from the vehicle. The man suffered serious injuries and was taken by land ambulance on blue lights to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further emergency care. The woman received treatment on scene for injuries before being taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.”
Three ambulances, two paramedic officers and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford with a MERIT trauma doctor on board attended the scene.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-28--Kidderminster auctioneer lends expertise to hit Sky history show

A KIDDERMINSTER auctioneer and actor has put his expertise to use on a smash hit Sky History TV series .
Craig Leonard provided the drama reconstructions for Lost Relics of the Knights Templar , which has proved a ratings hit for the newly-launched channel .
The show , which is now available to watch on catch up , follows renowned treasure hunters , and Craig 's friends , Hamilton White and Carl Cookson , as they trace the origin of an impressive haul of treasure believed to have belonged to the Knight 's Templar .
The programme came after its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ items around the world .
Craig , who owns Wyre Forest Auctions on Lister Road , was on hand to provide historical reconstructions to make the programme as accurate as possible , where he played the role of the Grand Master .
The programme took the hunters to locations including Portugal and Israel , but Craig filmed his scenes much closer to home , shooting historical reconstructions in Wolverley .
Craig said : `` I try to learn as much as possible about everything .
I have seen everything from Knight 's Templar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , everything you would normally see locked away in a museum . ''
One such item to recently have come into Craig 's possession from Hamilton White is a rare bracelet dating back to the Vikings .
It is not known whether the jewellery is from Britain or Scandinavia but Craig says it shows what treasures can make their way to Kidderminster through the antiquities world .
He added : `` I do n't know know what is going to come through our hands . ''
The 57-year-old , whose acting credits span @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Atonement , is now on a mission to create a vibrant history hub in Kidderminster by promoting antiquities and encouraging people to explore the past .
Craig is also a member of the Kidderminster and District Metal Detecting Society , who are now on the lookout for land to search .
Anyone who can offer land to be explored by the group should contact Craig on 07928874623 .

Craig Leonard provided the drama reconstructions for Lost Relics of the Knights Templar, which has proved a ratings hit for the newly-launched channel.
The show, which is now available to watch on catch up, follows renowned treasure hunters, and Craig's friends, Hamilton White and Carl Cookson, as they trace the origin of an impressive haul of treasure believed to have belonged to the Knight's Templar.
The programme came after its creators spent 20 years hunting down the items around the world.
Craig, who owns Wyre Forest Auctions on Lister Road, was on hand to provide historical reconstructions to make the programme as accurate as possible, where he played the role of the Grand Master.
The programme took the hunters to locations including Portugal and Israel, but Craig filmed his scenes much closer to home, shooting historical reconstructions in Wolverley.
Craig said: "I try to learn as much as possible about everything. I have seen everything from Knight's Templar treasure to Viking swords and Celtic gold, everything you would normally see locked away in a museum."
One such item to recently have come into Craig's possession from Hamilton White is a rare bracelet dating back to the Vikings.
It is not known whether the jewellery is from Britain or Scandinavia but Craig says it shows what treasures can make their way to Kidderminster through the antiquities world.
He added: "I don't know know what is going to come through our hands."
The 57-year-old, whose acting credits span TV and film ranging from Allo Allo to Atonement, is now on a mission to create a vibrant history hub in Kidderminster by promoting antiquities and encouraging people to explore the past.
Craig is also a member of the Kidderminster and District Metal Detecting Society, who are now on the lookout for land to search.
Anyone who can offer land to be explored by the group should contact Craig on 07928874623.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-28--Kidderminster kindergarten set for complete refurbishment

A SCHOOL in Kidderminster is set to completely refurbish its kindergarten classrooms ready for the September term .
The kindergarten at Winterfold School , in Chaddesley Corbett , will be kitted out with a new seating area , a separate space for eating and brand new furnishings over the summer break .
There will be an outside area for messy play , a home corner and quiet area , while children arriving in September will have access to an ActivPanel .
An artist 's impression of the refurbished kindergarten at Winterfold School Plans are also in place for a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recently-developed Forest School , and children are expected to play a part in the tree planting .
Winterfold School has also announced it will be providing 30 free hours of education to the three to four-year-olds of working families through a government-funded scheme .
Headmistress Denise Toms said : “ The pre-school years are an important time in children ’ s lives when they first learn how to interact with other children , teachers and parents and begin to develop their own interests .
By introducing the 30 free hours , we are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Winterfold education.
” For more information on the 30 free hours scheme , contact Winterfold School 's admissions manager Jayne Gwillam on 01562 777234 or email admissions @ winterfoldhouse.co.uk .

The kindergarten at Winterfold School, in Chaddesley Corbett, will be kitted out with a new seating area, a separate space for eating and brand new furnishings over the summer break.
There will be an outside area for messy play, a home corner and quiet area, while children arriving in September will have access to an ActivPanel.
An artist's impression of the refurbished kindergarten at Winterfold School
Plans are also in place for a new orchard and woodland to complement Winterfold's recently-developed Forest School, and children are expected to play a part in the tree planting.
Winterfold School has also announced it will be providing 30 free hours of education to the three to four-year-olds of working families through a government-funded scheme.
Headmistress Denise Toms said: “The pre-school years are an important time in children’s lives when they first learn how to interact with other children, teachers and parents and begin to develop their own interests. By introducing the 30 free hours, we are able to broaden the access to a Winterfold education.”
For more information on the 30 free hours scheme, contact Winterfold School's admissions manager Jayne Gwillam on 01562 777234 or email admissions@winterfoldhouse.co.uk.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-29--Wyre Forest and Bewdley leisure centres to reopen

LEISURE centres in Kidderminster and Bewdley will reopen their doors next month .
Following the government 's announcement earlier this month to allow indoor gyms to reopen , Places Leisure has confirmed August open dates for Wyre Forest and Bewdley Leisure Centres .
Wyre Forest Leisure Centre will open its doors on Friday , August 7 and Bewdley Leisure Centre on Monday , August 24 .
Both closed their doors in March in response to the coronavirus outbreak , and since then Places Leisure has been taking advice from Public Health England , following government guidelines and consulting with their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ measures are in place to reopen the centres safely .
Changes will include an increased cleaning schedule and signage to make sure visitors are following social distancing guidelines , aware of reduced activity capacities and know the locations of hand sanitizing and cleaning stations .
To help with social distancing , customers are being asked to pre-book sessions on the Places Locker mobile app or website when they reopen .
Members will be able to start booking for sessions 14 days in advance .
Stuart Booton , manager of Wyre Forest Leisure Centre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exciting to be inviting customers back into the centre from August 7 .
`` We are eager to help everyone back into their fitness routines in a safe and considered way .
I would urge customers to visit our website before they arrive – it will list the new opening times , activities available and details of how customers can book onto each activity .
`` We can not wait to welcome our colleagues and customers back.
” Councillor Helen Dyke , Wyre Forest District Council ’ s cabinet member for leisure , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wyre Forest Leisure Centre and Bewdley Leisure Centre are reopening next month .
`` We understand the important role the centres play in the community especially when it comes to improving people ’ s health , fitness and wellbeing .
“ If you plan on visiting please make sure you follow the clear guidelines in place to make sure everyone stays safe .
”

Following the government's announcement earlier this month to allow indoor gyms to reopen, Places Leisure has confirmed August open dates for Wyre Forest and Bewdley Leisure Centres.
Wyre Forest Leisure Centre will open its doors on Friday, August 7 and Bewdley Leisure Centre on Monday, August 24.
Both closed their doors in March in response to the coronavirus outbreak, and since then Places Leisure has been taking advice from Public Health England, following government guidelines and consulting with their trade body ukactive to make sure new measures are in place to reopen the centres safely.
Changes will include an increased cleaning schedule and signage to make sure visitors are following social distancing guidelines, aware of reduced activity capacities and know the locations of hand sanitizing and cleaning stations.
To help with social distancing, customers are being asked to pre-book sessions on the Places Locker mobile app or website when they reopen.
Members will be able to start booking for sessions 14 days in advance.
Stuart Booton, manager of Wyre Forest Leisure Centre, said: “It’s exciting to be inviting customers back into the centre from August 7.
"We are eager to help everyone back into their fitness routines in a safe and considered way. I would urge customers to visit our website before they arrive – it will list the new opening times, activities available and details of how customers can book onto each activity.
"We cannot wait to welcome our colleagues and customers back.”
Councillor Helen Dyke, Wyre Forest District Council’s cabinet member for leisure, said: “We’re delighted Wyre Forest Leisure Centre and Bewdley Leisure Centre are reopening next month.
"We understand the important role the centres play in the community especially when it comes to improving people’s health, fitness and wellbeing.
“If you plan on visiting please make sure you follow the clear guidelines in place to make sure everyone stays safe.”


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-29--Car 'swerved onto opposite carriageway' before Cookley crash

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after three people were injured in a crash on the A449 in Cookley , near Kidderminster .
The Midlands Air Ambulance and three ambulances rushed to the scene of the two-car collision at around 12.40pm on Tuesday , July 28 .
Emergency services , including fire crews , rescued a man and women from one of the cars .
The man had suffered serious injuries and was rushed on blue lights by land ambulance to hospital .
A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service said : `` One occupant , a man , was out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ walking wounded .
`` He was given treatment on scene before being taken to the Alexandra Hospital for further checks .
“ Two other occupants , a man and woman , were assessed by ambulance staff who needed assistance from the fire service to extricate them safely from the vehicle .
`` The man suffered serious injuries and was taken by land ambulance on blue lights to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further emergency care .
`` The woman received treatment on scene for injuries before being taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Caunsall Road and Common Barn Lane by police for several hours .
Officers now believe one of the cars involved in the crash , a Ford Focus , may have swerved onto the opposite carriageway while travelling north on the busy road towards Worcester .
The Focus reportedly drove into the path of another vehicle , a Mazda 2 GT Sport , travelling in the opposite direction .
A West Mercia Police spokesman said : `` The cars have collided resulting in extensive damage to both vehicles , forcing the closure of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or who has dash cam footage from their vehicle and may have recorded the incident . ''
Anyone with information on the crash can call police on 101 , quoting incident number 00266i of July 28 , or go to bit.ly/338RMhd .

The Midlands Air Ambulance and three ambulances rushed to the scene of the two-car collision at around 12.40pm on Tuesday, July 28.
Emergency services, including fire crews, rescued a man and women from one of the cars. The man had suffered serious injuries and was rushed on blue lights by land ambulance to hospital.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "One occupant, a man, was out of his vehicle and was described as walking wounded.
"He was given treatment on scene before being taken to the Alexandra Hospital for further checks.
“Two other occupants, a man and woman, were assessed by ambulance staff who needed assistance from the fire service to extricate them safely from the vehicle.
"The man suffered serious injuries and was taken by land ambulance on blue lights to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further emergency care.
"The woman received treatment on scene for injuries before being taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.”
The A449 was closed between the junctions with Caunsall Road and Common Barn Lane by police for several hours.
Officers now believe one of the cars involved in the crash, a Ford Focus, may have swerved onto the opposite carriageway while travelling north on the busy road towards Worcester.
The Focus reportedly drove into the path of another vehicle, a Mazda 2 GT Sport, travelling in the opposite direction.
A West Mercia Police spokesman said: "The cars have collided resulting in extensive damage to both vehicles, forcing the closure of the road for several hours.
"We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or who has dash cam footage from their vehicle and may have recorded the incident."
Anyone with information on the crash can call police on 101, quoting incident number 00266i of July 28, or go to bit.ly/338RMhd.


kidderminstershuttle--2020-07-29--Emergency grant will help Kidderminster Harvington Hall to reopen

A `` LIFELINE '' has been handed to a historic Kidderminster manor house which remains closed to the public after the coronavirus lockdown put a halt to essential repair works .
Harvington Hall closed for repairs at the end of 2019 , however conservation works were put on hold due to the pandemic and safety issues with the building fabric mean it is still unable to reopen .
Earlier this year , a building survey revealed repairs were needed to the vaulted ceiling in the withdrawing room and the management team announced it would be launching a fundraising campaign to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the 14th century hall near Chaddesley Corbett , which contains the largest surviving series of priest hides in England , has received a £48,000 boost from the Heritage Lottery Emergency Fund .
The money will go towards the hall 's running costs while the building is closed , and allow management to look at ways for the hall to reopen , including a risk review among other surveys .
Phil Downing , interim hall manager , said : “ We are deeply grateful to the National Lottery Heritage Fund for this grant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hall and it means that we can take the next steps towards the works needed to make sure this unique building can open again for visitors.
” Originally built in the 1300s and developed in the late 1500s , Harvington Hall brings to life the history of the survival of Roman Catholic families and clergymen during the Reformation of the late 16th century .
The listed building also houses a rare collection of original Elizabethan wall paintings .
The hall 's well-preserved condition makes it a rare building of significance and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK Heritage Awards 2019 .

Harvington Hall closed for repairs at the end of 2019, however conservation works were put on hold due to the pandemic and safety issues with the building fabric mean it is still unable to reopen.
Earlier this year, a building survey revealed repairs were needed to the vaulted ceiling in the withdrawing room and the management team announced it would be launching a fundraising campaign to secure the hall's future.
Now, the 14th century hall near Chaddesley Corbett, which contains the largest surviving series of priest hides in England, has received a £48,000 boost from the Heritage Lottery Emergency Fund.
The money will go towards the hall's running costs while the building is closed, and allow management to look at ways for the hall to reopen, including a risk review among other surveys.
Phil Downing, interim hall manager, said: “We are deeply grateful to the National Lottery Heritage Fund for this grant.
"This is a lifeline for the hall and it means that we can take the next steps towards the works needed to make sure this unique building can open again for visitors.”
Originally built in the 1300s and developed in the late 1500s, Harvington Hall brings to life the history of the survival of Roman Catholic families and clergymen during the Reformation of the late 16th century.
The listed building also houses a rare collection of original Elizabethan wall paintings.
The hall's well-preserved condition makes it a rare building of significance and it was voted the best Hidden Gem in the UK Heritage Awards 2019.