inews--2020-05-21--Hassan Akkad: Syrian refugee behind viral NHS video to carry on fight for migrants' rights

Hassan Akkad : Syrian refugee behind viral NHS video to carry on fight for migrants ' rights The Bafta-award winning filmmaker has been working shifts as a cleaner in his local hospital in London As a Syrian filmmaker Hassan Akkad has been in the news before .
But it was his 90 second video addressing the Prime Minister on Twitter in his car dressed in his scrubs , expressing his feelings of shock and betrayal at being excluded from the NHS bereavement scheme , that has brought him nationwide attention .
Mr Akkad has been working shifts as a cleaner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and between shifts has been photographing portraits of his colleagues battling coronavirus on the front line .
What has grabbed even more attention , however , was his short clip , posted on Wednesday .
`` I felt shocked to find out that your Government decided to exclude myself and my colleagues who work as cleaners and porters and social care workers , '' the Bafta-award winning filmmaker and photographer said .
`` We are all on minimum wage , you have decided to exclude us from the bereavement scheme , so if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't allowed indefinite leave to remain . ''
The clip , which has been viewed more than 4.2 million times , appears to have prompted the Home Office - within less than 24 hours - to extend the scheme to include cleaners , porters , social care and care home staff , effective immediately and retrospectively .
Mr Akkad got his hospital job at the start of the crisis .
At the time , he tweeted : `` Honoured to join an army of cleaners disinfecting Covid wards [ in ] our local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been my home since leaving Syria , and the least I can do is making sure my neighbours and the amazing NHS staff are safe and sound . ''
Speaking to Radio 4 's Today programme on Thursday , he said : `` I think it is happening because the Government does n't necessarily go to the corners of hospitals to meet these people who are in the bottom of the pyramid when it comes to payment and when it comes to value and respect . ''
Migrant NHS support workers are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - set to rise to £624 in October - although doctors , nurses and paramedics have been granted a one-year exemption .
Mr Akkad said he would join the call for the surcharge exemption to be extended as well , saying `` for us to be charged to access that very same institution , the NHS , it does n't make sense '' .
`` Cleaners and porters and social care workers are disproportionately non-UK nationals and they are on minimum wage , so I feel like the Government always is after the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the immigrants . ''
He added : `` The bare minimum they can get is some support for their families and value and respect for everything that they 've done during this difficult time . ''

As a Syrian filmmaker Hassan Akkad has been in the news before. But it was his 90 second video addressing the Prime Minister on Twitter in his car dressed in his scrubs, expressing his feelings of shock and betrayal at being excluded from the NHS bereavement scheme, that has brought him nationwide attention.
Mr Akkad has been working shifts as a cleaner in his local hospital in London, and between shifts has been photographing portraits of his colleagues battling coronavirus on the front line. What has grabbed even more attention, however, was his short clip, posted on Wednesday.
“I felt shocked to find out that your Government decided to exclude myself and my colleagues who work as cleaners and porters and social care workers,” the Bafta-award winning filmmaker and photographer said. “We are all on minimum wage, you have decided to exclude us from the bereavement scheme, so if I die from coronavirus my partner isn’t allowed indefinite leave to remain.”
The clip, which has been viewed more than 4.2 million times, appears to have prompted the Home Office – within less than 24 hours – to extend the scheme to include cleaners, porters, social care and care home staff, effective immediately and retrospectively.
I hope you can help my get this message delivered to Mr, PM @BorisJohnson pic.twitter.com/xUDl1rBPmu — Hassan Akkad حسان عقاد (@hassan_akkad) May 20, 2020
Mr Akkad got his hospital job at the start of the crisis. At the time, he tweeted: “Honoured to join an army of cleaners disinfecting Covid wards [in] our local hospital after receiving training.
“London has been my home since leaving Syria, and the least I can do is making sure my neighbours and the amazing NHS staff are safe and sound.”
‘Value and respect’
Speaking to Radio 4’s Today programme on Thursday, he said: “I think it is happening because the Government doesn’t necessarily go to the corners of hospitals to meet these people who are in the bottom of the pyramid when it comes to payment and when it comes to value and respect.”
Migrant NHS support workers are also not exempt from the NHS surcharge – set to rise to £624 in October – although doctors, nurses and paramedics have been granted a one-year exemption. Mr Akkad said he would join the call for the surcharge exemption to be extended as well, saying “for us to be charged to access that very same institution, the NHS, it doesn’t make sense”.
“Cleaners and porters and social care workers are disproportionately non-UK nationals and they are on minimum wage, so I feel like the Government always is after the weakest in society – the working class, the immigrants.”
He added: “The bare minimum they can get is some support for their families and value and respect for everything that they’ve done during this difficult time.”


inews--2020-05-21--ArtActivistBarbie: Meet the fearless, funny feminist challenging gender bias in art

This fierce new incarnation of Barbie is helping to challenge art galleries and museums worldwide about their woeful lack of women You may be surprised to learn that Barbie – lollipop-headed cultural icon and instrument of female oppression – has thrown off the shackles of the patriarchy ’ s archetypal dumb blonde to become a feminist art warrior blasting the hallowed halls of the world ’ s great art institutions .
But it ’ s true .
Say hello to ArtActivistBarbie ( AAB ) , whose modus operandi is small signs , big questions and a fabulous wardrobe .
With @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Refuse to be the muse !
” this fierce new incarnation of Barbie is helping to challenge art galleries and museums worldwide about their woeful lack of women and other minorities in their collections , and reluctance to consider the female gaze .
Thousands follow her on Twitter , enjoying her playful disruption and creative interventions which ask questions and raise issues about gender and the inequalities in many art collections .
So , where did ArtActivistBarbie come from and where did she find those couture creations she carries off with such panache @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issues of inequality and social injustice , and research the use of objects and the potential of museums and galleries to be places which can educate for change .
In 2018 , I decided to do this using the most famous doll in Western culture : Barbie .
I took a group of students to my local art gallery , gave them all a Barbie doll and asked them to “ hack ” the gallery by intervening and posing their doll with commentary on a placard .
By subverting Barbie ’ s bland @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beauty and unrealistic figure , we were able to draw attention lightly to serious gender issues in a way that was both humorous and thought provoking .
It was a great success and had a big impact on both my students and gallery visitors .
Afterwards I realised I had found the perfect way to engage a wide range of people in gender politics .
And so , ArtActivistBarbie was born .
In the 1980s art activists Guerrilla Girls started to draw attention to this extreme male bias and gender discrimination in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ US .
With smart , cutting messages delivered via large-scale billboard works , the Guerilla Girls sought to name and shame the art world for its unapologetic disregard for women and other minorities in art .
Now , ArtActivistBarbie is in turn revealing the practices of galleries and museums and their displays of male-commissioned , male-produced and male-collected works of art which represent centuries of male power , privilege and domination .
It ’ s important and necessary work because art galleries and museums are trusted and influential places that play a part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of self and our sense of possibility .
It is only right that they demonstrate more balance by reflecting the lives and experience of women , ethnic minorities and other under-represented groups .
This is how we do it ArtActivistBarbie reports on her activism through Twitter .
In April 2020 alone , the account reached 1.9 million impressions .
Her main line of enquiry , “ Where are all the female artists ?
” is highlighted through a series of staged “ events ” .
One of AAB ’ s first public interventions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by men and 21 works by women in the National Gallery in London .
AAB aims not only to highlight such gender gap statistics , but also their societal and historical context , challenging the reasons , biases and prejudices behind them .
The Barbies are artfully arranged to echo artworks , sometimes in parody but also in homage to female artists or to celebrate the positive representation of women .
Curatorial labels , wall texts and statements are questioned , challenged and often mocked .
The visual aesthetic of the work is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much admired on Twitter .
She wears vintage pieces lovingly made for my own Barbie in the 1970s by my mother .
At 93 she can longer make the pieces , so my sister has taken up the couture mantle for AAB .
Drawing on the perceived Barbie glamour aesthetic , the clothes declare that an interest in style does not preclude feminism or activism .
The reaction of gallery visitors has been hugely positive and encouraging .
Young women spot her in a crowded room , delighted by the feminist messages and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ groups discussing gender issues not only in art , but also in wider society .
Sometimes people talk about the work to complete strangers next to them .
Many are surprised , shocked even , by AAB ’ s placards .
Some express their thanks .
There are varied reactions from gallery staff too .
Some observe approvingly , some call security .
There are promising signs of change .
In March 2019 , the National Gallery in London posted a video on its website stating it had become increasingly concerned about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to respond to growing pressure from social media about women and their collection .
In early May , the London ’ s National Portrait Gallery announced the creation of a new post titled , Curator : Missing Narratives on Women , to fill the gaps in their collection .
And now , ArtActivistBarbie has been asked to guest curate an exhibition in the north of England .
The voices are growing and big art institutions are realising they can no longer blame history .
It ’ s time to redress the balance .
@ @ @ @ @

You may be surprised to learn that Barbie – lollipop-headed cultural icon and instrument of female oppression – has thrown off the shackles of the patriarchy’s archetypal dumb blonde to become a feminist art warrior blasting the hallowed halls of the world’s great art institutions. But it’s true.
Say hello to ArtActivistBarbie (AAB), whose modus operandi is small signs, big questions and a fabulous wardrobe. With her inviting call to arms, “Refuse to be the muse!” this fierce new incarnation of Barbie is helping to challenge art galleries and museums worldwide about their woeful lack of women and other minorities in their collections, and reluctance to consider the female gaze.
Thousands follow her on Twitter, enjoying her playful disruption and creative interventions which ask questions and raise issues about gender and the inequalities in many art collections. So, where did ArtActivistBarbie come from and where did she find those couture creations she carries off with such panache?
How ArtActivistBarbie was born
I use the arts to explore issues of inequality and social injustice, and research the use of objects and the potential of museums and galleries to be places which can educate for change. In 2018, I decided to do this using the most famous doll in Western culture: Barbie. I took a group of students to my local art gallery, gave them all a Barbie doll and asked them to “hack” the gallery by intervening and posing their doll with commentary on a placard.
By subverting Barbie’s bland stereotype of femininity and employing her idealised beauty and unrealistic figure, we were able to draw attention lightly to serious gender issues in a way that was both humorous and thought provoking.
It was a great success and had a big impact on both my students and gallery visitors. Afterwards I realised I had found the perfect way to engage a wide range of people in gender politics. And so, ArtActivistBarbie was born.
The problem with art
Barbie at London's National Gallery pointing out 2300 works by men, 21 by women… pic.twitter.com/gEz1jrq35C — ArtActivistBarbie (@BarbieReports) November 28, 2018
Many famous art galleries and museums, particularly those with historical collections, offer a very singular, male-dominated view of art world. The artworks regarded as historically most important present the world through a male perspective – the “male gaze”.
In the 1980s art activists Guerrilla Girls started to draw attention to this extreme male bias and gender discrimination in the art world, successfully protesting in the US. With smart, cutting messages delivered via large-scale billboard works, the Guerilla Girls sought to name and shame the art world for its unapologetic disregard for women and other minorities in art.
Now, ArtActivistBarbie is in turn revealing the practices of galleries and museums and their displays of male-commissioned, male-produced and male-collected works of art which represent centuries of male power, privilege and domination. It’s important and necessary work because art galleries and museums are trusted and influential places that play a part in shaping our identities, our sense of self and our sense of possibility. It is only right that they demonstrate more balance by reflecting the lives and experience of women, ethnic minorities and other under-represented groups.
This is how we do it
Don’t know about you, but sometimes yoga is the only way to cope with some galleries! Do bring your mat along 🙏. The #NationalGallery won’t mind. #female #objectification. #museumactivism pic.twitter.com/x6P8MJpaSP — ArtActivistBarbie (@BarbieReports) March 4, 2020
ArtActivistBarbie reports on her activism through Twitter. In April 2020 alone, the account reached 1.9 million impressions. Her main line of enquiry, “Where are all the female artists?” is highlighted through a series of staged “events”. One of AAB’s first public interventions was to point out the 2,300 works by men and 21 works by women in the National Gallery in London. AAB aims not only to highlight such gender gap statistics, but also their societal and historical context, challenging the reasons, biases and prejudices behind them.
The Barbies are artfully arranged to echo artworks, sometimes in parody but also in homage to female artists or to celebrate the positive representation of women. Curatorial labels, wall texts and statements are questioned, challenged and often mocked.
The visual aesthetic of the work is important and AAB’s wardrobe is much admired on Twitter. She wears vintage pieces lovingly made for my own Barbie in the 1970s by my mother. At 93 she can longer make the pieces, so my sister has taken up the couture mantle for AAB. Drawing on the perceived Barbie glamour aesthetic, the clothes declare that an interest in style does not preclude feminism or activism.
The reaction of gallery visitors has been hugely positive and encouraging. Young women spot her in a crowded room, delighted by the feminist messages and always take photographs. I have heard groups discussing gender issues not only in art, but also in wider society. Sometimes people talk about the work to complete strangers next to them. Many are surprised, shocked even, by AAB’s placards. Some express their thanks. There are varied reactions from gallery staff too. Some observe approvingly, some call security.
Keeping up pressure
There are promising signs of change. In March 2019, the National Gallery in London posted a video on its website stating it had become increasingly concerned about the gender gap in art history and wanted to respond to growing pressure from social media about women and their collection.
In April, art critic Waldemar Januszczak tweeted that ArtActivistBarbie had been filling his timeline with complaints that his Sunday Times History of Art poster (which AAB tweeted as “His Story of Art”) did not include enough women artists. “Mea culpa. It’s a fair point,” he replied, and profiled ten women artists “as partial recompense”.
In early May, the London’s National Portrait Gallery announced the creation of a new post titled, Curator: Missing Narratives on Women, to fill the gaps in their collection. And now, ArtActivistBarbie has been asked to guest curate an exhibition in the north of England. The voices are growing and big art institutions are realising they can no longer blame history. It’s time to redress the balance. Stylishly, of course.
Sarah Williamson, Senior Lecturer, School of Education and Professional Development, University of Huddersfield
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.


inews--2020-05-21--Supermarket opening times on May bank holiday 2020: Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl and Morrisons opening ho

Supermarket opening times on May bank holiday 2020: Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Lidl and Morrisons opening hours for Monday

Supermarket opening times on May bank holiday 2020 : Tesco , Asda , Aldi , Lidl and Morrisons opening hours for Monday With VE Day celebrations behind us , we now look forward to the next bank holiday - which actually is n't that far away at all This is what you need to know about how supermarkets are affected by the bank holiday ( Photo : Shutterstock ) The second bank holiday to take place in May is the Spring bank holiday , on Monday 25 May , which gives the majority of people across the UK the opportunity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tesco superstores are operating shorter opening hours over the bank holiday weekend , between 8am and 6pm rather than the usual 8am to 10pm .
Most smaller express stores are still operating their usual hours , which vary from store to store .
You can check your local branch ’ s opening times using Tesco ’ s store locator tool .
You should be aware that on Fridays , Tesco operates a dedicated shopping hour for elderly and vulnerable customers between 9am and 10am .
Some Sainsbury ’ s stores are operating seasonal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opening between 8am and closing at 8pm .
Other stores , however , are unaffected by the bank holiday and are operating their usual opening times .
Opening times can vary from store to store , so make sure you double check your branch opening times using Sainsbury ’ s store locator tool .
You should be aware that on Fridays , Sainsbury ’ s operates a dedicated shopping hour between 8am and 9am for elderly and disabled customers .
From Monday to Saturday , between 7:30am and 8am is also reserved for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times can vary from store to store , so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Morrisons ’ store locator tool .
Some Asda stores have reduced opening hours on Monday 25 .
Instead of being open from 8am to 10pm , some stores will be open from 8am to 8pm .
Opening times can vary from store to store , so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Asda ’ s store locator tool .
You should be aware that on certain days , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and carer shopping hour between 8am to 9am .
On May , Spring and Summer Bank holidays , Lidl stores will be open as normal from 8am to 10pm .
Opening times can vary from store to store , so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Aldi ’ s store locator tool .

The second bank holiday to take place in May is the Spring bank holiday, on Monday 25 May, which gives the majority of people across the UK the opportunity to enjoy a long weekend.
This is how supermarket opening hours could be affected.
Tesco
Tesco opening hours are dependent on the type of store you visit.
Some Tesco superstores are operating shorter opening hours over the bank holiday weekend, between 8am and 6pm rather than the usual 8am to 10pm.
Most smaller express stores are still operating their usual hours, which vary from store to store. You can check your local branch’s opening times using Tesco’s store locator tool.
You should be aware that on Fridays, Tesco operates a dedicated shopping hour for elderly and vulnerable customers between 9am and 10am.
Sainsbury’s
Some Sainsbury’s stores are operating seasonal hours for the Spring bank holiday, opening between 8am and closing at 8pm.
Other stores, however, are unaffected by the bank holiday and are operating their usual opening times.
Opening times can vary from store to store, so make sure you double check your branch opening times using Sainsbury’s store locator tool.
You should be aware that on Fridays, Sainsbury’s operates a dedicated shopping hour between 8am and 9am for elderly and disabled customers.
From Monday to Saturday, between 7:30am and 8am is also reserved for NHS and social care workers.
Morrisons
Morrisons appears to be operating its usual opening hours during the Spring bank holiday.
These times can vary from store to store, so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Morrisons’ store locator tool.
From Monday to Saturday, Morrisons operates an NHS hour for healthcare workers between 6am and 7am.
Asda
Some Asda stores have reduced opening hours on Monday 25. Instead of being open from 8am to 10pm, some stores will be open from 8am to 8pm.
Opening times can vary from store to store, so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Asda’s store locator tool.
You should be aware that on certain days, including Fridays, Asda operates an NHS and carer shopping hour between 8am to 9am.
Lidl
On May, Spring and Summer Bank holidays, Lidl stores will be open as normal from 8am to 10pm.
You can check your local branch opening times using Lidl’s store locator tool.
Aldi
Aldi is operating during its usual hours, with stores opening times varying between 8am and 10pm.
Opening times can vary from store to store, so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Aldi’s store locator tool.
At Aldi, priority hours are given to emergency services workers and eldery shoppers for 30 minutes prior to usual opening times.
M&S
M&S stores are opening as normal on the Monday bank holiday.
These opening times can vary from store to store, so check your local branch opening times using the M&S store locator tool.
You should be aware that on Fridays, M&S operates a priority shopping time for NHS and emergency services workers for the first hour of opening.
Waitrose
Waitrose stores will also be operating as normal on Monday 25 May.
Opening times can vary from store to store, so make sure you double check your local branch opening times using Waitrose’s store locator tool.


inews--2020-05-21--When is the next bank holiday? Why the first May long weekend was a Friday - and the full list of 20

When is the next bank holiday? Why the first May long weekend was a Friday - and the full list of 2020 UK holidays

When is the next bank holiday ?
Why the first May long weekend was a Friday - and the full list of 2020 UK holidays The coronavirus lockdown restrictions mean some of this year 's bank holidays will be very different to usual For many people , bank holidays are some of the high points of the year , giving us a few bonus days off to travel down to the beach or to fly off to Prague on a whim .
That 's not to say they wo n't be welcome , though - many will be eagerly counting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time off work to recharge the batteries , even if it 's just for a daily exercise walk and a family Zoom quiz .
Here are all the dates you need to know , and why 2020 's bank holidays are following a slightly different pattern to usual .
Why was the first May bank holiday on Friday ?
One of our two May bank holidays , the early one , known as May Day , was moved by the Government to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day , or Victory @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure that the long weekend would coincide with the extended 75th anniversary celebrations of the surrender of Nazi Germany , which ended the Second World War in Europe .
As part of the VE Day commemorations , more than 20,000 pubs were going to encourage drinkers to toast the heroes of the war , while churches were set to take part in a Ringing Out For Peace .
However , like all other mass gatherings and general activities involving leaving our homes , all public VE Day events were cancelled - so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In total , there are six days in 2020 for those living in England , Scotland , Wales , and Northern Ireland , though some nations have additional holidays .
Here is a list of 2020 's bank holidays : As ever , there are various other key dates to remember in 2020 .
None provide paid , free time off work but all are important nonetheless .
Other dates for your diary :

For many people, bank holidays are some of the high points of the year, giving us a few bonus days off to travel down to the beach or to fly off to Prague on a whim.
However, like everything else, the coronavirus outbreak and ensuing lockdown restrictions mean that the majority of the nation’s long weekends have proved very different so far this year.
That’s not to say they aren’t welcome, though – many will be eagerly counting down the days to get some precious time off work to recharge the batteries, even if they still can’t do absolutely everything they want to.
Here are all the dates you need to know, and why 2020’s bank holidays have followed a slightly different pattern to usual.
When is the next bank holiday?
This year, the next bank holiday for England, Wales and Northern Ireland falls on Monday 31 August – it always coincides with the final Monday of the month.
Therefore last year’s day off was on Monday 26 August, and the 2021 bank holiday falls on Monday 30 August.
Both of May’s long weekends fell during a time when lockdown measures were more universally stringent in the UK, as did the two Easter bank holidays.
However, not only are there far more options available now (except for those people subject to local lockdown rules), there is the added bonus of 31 August coinciding with the final day of the Government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
Why was the first May bank holiday moved to a Friday?
One of our two May bank holidays, the early one, known as May Day, was moved by the Government to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day, or Victory Day in Europe.
This was meant to ensure that the long weekend would coincide with the extended 75th anniversary celebrations marking the surrender of Nazi Germany, which ended the Second World War in Europe.
As part of the VE Day commemorations, more than 20,000 pubs were going to encourage drinkers to toast the heroes of the war, while churches were set to take part in a Ringing Out For Peace.
However, like all other mass gatherings and general activities involving leaving our homes, all public VE Day events were cancelled – so all commemorations had to be kept indoors.
Here is a list of 2020’s bank holidays
In total, there are six days in 2020 for those living in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, though some nations have additional holidays.
New Year’s Day: Wednesday 1 January
New Year’s Holiday: Thursday 2 January (Scotland only)
St Patrick’s Day: Tuesday 17 March (Northern Ireland only)
Good Friday: Friday 10 April
Easter Monday: Monday 13 April (England, Wales and Northern Ireland only)
Early May bank holiday: Friday 8 May
Spring bank holiday: Monday 25 May
Battle of the Boyne (substitute day): Monday 13 July (Northern Ireland only)
Summer bank holiday: Monday 3 August (Scotland only)
Summer bank holiday: Monday 31 August (England, Wales and Northern Ireland only)
St Andrew’s Day: Monday 30 November (Scotland only)
Christmas Day: Friday 25 December
Boxing Day (substitute day): Monday 28 December
As ever, there are various other key dates to remember in 2020. None provide paid, free time off work but all carry importance nonetheless.
Other dates for your diary:


inews--2020-05-22--Can I have a BBQ during the lockdown? UK coronavirus rules for cooking outside, explained

Can I have a BBQ during the lockdown ?
UK coronavirus rules for cooking outside , explained In England , visiting and sunbathing in local parks is now allowed , along with outdoor picnics and barbecues With temperatures now starting to hot up as the UK heads towards summer , many people will be itching to spend time outside .
As lockdown rules start to be eased across the country , with unlimited exercise now allowed in England , Scotland and Wales , Brits can now make the most of enjoying time outdoors - but what do the rules say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ BBQ during lockdown ?
As of Wednesday ( 11 May ) , people in England are being encouraged to take unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise and play sports , but only with members of their household .
While Scotland has scrapped its cap on daily exercise , Scots have been warned against meeting up in groups at parks or beaches , and to avoid sunbathing , picnics and barbecues .
Going outside to exercise more than once a day is now allowed in Wales , but should still be done locally and not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But the stay at home message still remains , meaning people are not allowed to head to parks or gather in outdoor spaces to enjoy a barbecue .
Northern Ireland is allowing groups of between four and six people who do not share a household to meet up outdoors , meaning people could have a barbecue togeher , so long as a two metre social distance is maintained .
Am I allowed to have a BBQ at home ?
In England , Scotland and Wales , visiting the homes of family and friends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the authority to issue fines if such rules are broken .
In Northern Ireland , visits to immediate family indoors is allowed providing social distancing is adhered to , with the exception of those who are shielding .
However , if you have your own BBQ , there is no rule to prevent you from using it at your home .
This means it must be used in your own garden and only by the people who are in your household .
There should be strictly no possibility of other members of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You should avoid having a BBQ on a balcony as debris can drift to other levels and pose a fire risk to other floors .
Will I be arrested if I break the rules ?
Those who ignore the government issued guidance will be breaking the law , and can be ordered by police to return to their home , or leave an area .
Police are also able to disperse a group , using “ reasonable force ” , if necessary , and can take steps to ensure that parents are stopping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

With temperatures now starting to hot up as the UK heads towards summer, many people will be itching to spend time outside.
As lockdown rules start to be eased across the country, with unlimited exercise now allowed in England, Scotland and Wales, Brits can now make the most of enjoying time outdoors – but what do the rules say about barbecues?
Can I have a BBQ during lockdown?
The UK government has outlined a three-phase plan to ease the country out of lockdown.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a number of changes to current measures in a national address on Sunday (10 May), unveiling a “road map for reopening society”.
As of Wednesday (11 May), people in England are being encouraged to take unlimited amounts of outdoor exercise and play sports, but only with members of their household.
Visiting and sunbathing in local parks will also be allowed, along with outdoor picnics and barbecues, providing social distancing guidelines are followed.
While Scotland has scrapped its cap on daily exercise, Scots have been warned against meeting up in groups at parks or beaches, and to avoid sunbathing, picnics and barbecues.
Going outside to exercise more than once a day is now allowed in Wales, but should still be done locally and not a significant distance from the home.
But the stay at home message still remains, meaning people are not allowed to head to parks or gather in outdoor spaces to enjoy a barbecue.
Northern Ireland is allowing groups of between four and six people who do not share a household to meet up outdoors, meaning people could have a barbecue togeher, so long as a two metre social distance is maintained.
Am I allowed to have a BBQ at home?
While unlimited outdoor exercise is now permitted in some parts of the UK, mass gatherings are still not allowed.
In England, Scotland and Wales, visiting the homes of family and friends is still prohibitied, with police having the authority to issue fines if such rules are broken.
This means you should not invite your family and friends for a BBQ at your home.
In Northern Ireland, visits to immediate family indoors is allowed providing social distancing is adhered to, with the exception of those who are shielding.
However, if you have your own BBQ, there is no rule to prevent you from using it at your home.
This means it must be used in your own garden and only by the people who are in your household.
There should be strictly no possibility of other members of the public coming into contact with it.
You should avoid having a BBQ on a balcony as debris can drift to other levels and pose a fire risk to other floors.
Will I be arrested if I break the rules?
Police have been given the power to arrest and fine people who flout coronavirus lockdown rules.
Those who ignore the government issued guidance will be breaking the law, and can be ordered by police to return to their home, or leave an area.
Police are also able to disperse a group, using “reasonable force”, if necessary, and can take steps to ensure that parents are stopping their children from breaking the lockdown rules.
Those who ignore the restrictions on movement could land an initial fine of £30, rising to unlimited fines for non-compliance.
In England, fines for breaching coronavirus regulations will rise from £60 to £100, while payment of the fine within 14 days will reduce the sum to £50, up from the present £30.
Repeat offenders will see the fine double for each subsequent breach to a maximum of £3,200.
Refusing to provide police with a name and address to avoid being given a fine is an arrestable offence.


inews--2020-05-22--Can I see family and friends in lockdown? UK coronavirus rules on meeting people from other househol

Can I see family and friends in lockdown? UK coronavirus rules on meeting people from other households

Can I see family and friends in lockdown ?
UK coronavirus rules on meeting people from other households People from two households will be able to meet in a public place from Wednesday ( 13 May ) In a national address on Sunday 10 May , Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a number of changes to current lockdown measures that will come into force in the coming weeks .
However , Mr Johnson said there will be no immediate end to the lockdown and the new guidance will only apply in England , as Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restrictions .
Am I allowed to visit family and friends ?
Social distancing guidance is still in force across the UK , with people advised to stay two metres apart from each other .
In England , two people from two households will be able to meet in a public place from Wednesday ( 13 May ) , providing they maintain a two-metre distance .
Any larger meetings between different households at the same time is currently banned , with the government rules meaning someone can not see both parents at the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said that people will be allowed to sunbathe or chat in a park with a person from a different household , with social distancing in place .
In Downing Street press conference on Wednesday ( 13 May ) , Dr Jenny Harries said meeting with family could later be expanded to allow different households to meet as `` bubbles '' or `` clusters '' , but such a step needs to be carefully considered .
Family gatherings that involve multiple generations are still considered too dangerous until more is known about the virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Driving to other destinations , such as parks or beaches , within England will also be permitted from Wednesday ( 13 May ) , but should only be done with members of your own household .
Government guidance states : “ People may drive to outdoor open spaces irrespective of distance , so long as they respect social distancing guidance while they are there , because this does not involve contact with people outside your household .
“ When travelling to outdoor spaces , it is important that people respect the rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and do not travel to different parts of the UK where it would be inconsistent with guidance or regulations issued by the relevant devolved administration.
” In Wales , the current advice on social distancing and visiting family remains the same , with the only changes to lockdown guidance being the reopening of garden centres and no limit on the amount of exercise per day .
Northern Ireland is allowing groups of between four and six people who do not share a household to meet up outdoors , while maintaining social distancing .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ allowed , provided social distancing is adhered to , with the exception of those who are shielding .
What are the fines if rules are broken ?
Police officers have the power to stop and ask you where you are heading and could issue a fine if they do not believe your reason for travel falls within what is considered ‘ reasonable ’ for leaving your home .

After almost two months of lockdown, the UK Government has now outlined a three-phase plan for “reopening society”.
In a national address on Sunday 10 May, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a number of changes to current lockdown measures that will come into force in the coming weeks.
However, Mr Johnson said there will be no immediate end to the lockdown and the new guidance will only apply in England, as Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are adopting their own approaches to easing restrictions.
This is the latest advice on lockdown rules across the UK.
Am I allowed to visit family and friends?
Social distancing guidance is still in force across the UK, with people advised to stay two metres apart from each other.
In England, two people from two households will be able to meet in a public place from Wednesday (13 May), providing they maintain a two-metre distance.
However, visiting the homes of family and friends is still not allowed.
Any larger meetings between different households at the same time is currently banned, with the government rules meaning someone cannot see both parents at the same time.
Mr Johnson’s speech also said that people will be allowed to sunbathe or chat in a park with a person from a different household, with social distancing in place.
In Downing Street press conference on Wednesday (13 May), Dr Jenny Harries said meeting with family could later be expanded to allow different households to meet as “bubbles” or “clusters”, but such a step needs to be carefully considered.
Family gatherings that involve multiple generations are still considered too dangerous until more is known about the virus and who is the most at risk.
Driving to other destinations, such as parks or beaches, within England will also be permitted from Wednesday (13 May), but should only be done with members of your own household.
Crossing the border to Wales or Scotland for leisure activities is not allowed if different restrictions are in force.
Government guidance states: “People may drive to outdoor open spaces irrespective of distance, so long as they respect social distancing guidance while they are there, because this does not involve contact with people outside your household.
“When travelling to outdoor spaces, it is important that people respect the rules in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and do not travel to different parts of the UK where it would be inconsistent with guidance or regulations issued by the relevant devolved administration.”
In Scotland, the ‘stay at home’ message still remains, meaning people should not leave their households to visit family members or friends.
In Wales, the current advice on social distancing and visiting family remains the same, with the only changes to lockdown guidance being the reopening of garden centres and no limit on the amount of exercise per day.
Northern Ireland is allowing groups of between four and six people who do not share a household to meet up outdoors, while maintaining social distancing.
Visits to immediate family indoors will be allowed, provided social distancing is adhered to, with the exception of those who are shielding.
What are the fines if rules are broken?
Police officers have the power to stop and ask you where you are heading and could issue a fine if they do not believe your reason for travel falls within what is considered ‘reasonable’ for leaving your home.
Those who ignore the restrictions on movement could land an initial fine of £30, rising to unlimited fines for non-compliance.
In England, fines for breaching coronavirus regulations will now rise from £60 to £100, while payment of the fine within 14 days will reduce the sum to £50, up from the present £30.
Repeat offenders will see the fine double for each subsequent breach to a maximum of £3,200.
Refusing to provide police with a name and address to avoid being given a fine is an arrestable offence.


inews--2020-05-22--Is White Lines a true story? How Ibiza's 1990s rave culture inspired the fictional Netflix series

Is White Lines a true story ?
How Ibiza 's 1990s rave culture inspired the fictional Netflix series The series is influenced by Narcos , as well as the history of British DJs travelling to Ibiza for work For those longing missing sunshine , beaches and the party lifestyle during the coronavirus pandemic , Netflix 's White Lines might be the best best thing .
The new series comes from Money Heist creator Alex Pina , and it set in Ibiza in the height of summer .
It follows Zoe Collins , who comes to the island to identify the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who mysteriously disappeared 20 years ago .
And it quickly turns into a drug-fuelled murder mystery , as Zoe links up with Axel 's old friends and business associates , looking to discover the truth about what happened to her brother .
The actual story of Axel 's death and all the characters involved in it are entirely fictional - although the show 's creators have said it was partly influenced by Narcos , which is based on real events .
However , there are several real-life missing persons cases in Ibiza that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ story , and his pilgrimage from the UK to Ibiza to find fame as a DJ was far from uncommon during the '90s .
The series is mostly set in Ibiza ( Photo : Netflix ) Back in April 2019 there were reports of a DJ who disappeared after falling overboard an Ibiza boat , only to be `` spotted '' multiple times in the Balearic Islands since .
And in November 2018 Syan Angol-Lahrichie wrote for Metro about her cousin who mysteriously went missing on the island in August of that year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ names in Ibiza , including Pete Tong , who has a club night at Pacha on the island and also works for BBC Radio 1 .
Danny Rampling , Paul Oakenfold , Johnny Walker and Nicky Holloway , meanwhile , are credited with discovering the combination of house music and MDMA while in Ibiza early in their careers .
At the time ecstasy was very new on the scene , and was being taken often at a club called Amnesia , which only opened at 3am and had been converted from an old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time , clubs only played one type of music , and London was full of attitude .
But at Amnesia you had 7,000 people dancing to Cyndi Lauper .
Total freedom , '' Oakenfold said in an interview with The Guardian .
Holloway added : `` We all tried ecstasy for the first time together , and then the whole thing made sense .
[ Amnesia DJ ] Alfredo was playing [ Chicago house label imprints ] Trax and DJ International next to Kate Bush and Queen , all the white English acts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But on E , it all made sense . ''

For those longing missing sunshine, beaches and the party lifestyle during the coronavirus pandemic, Netflix‘s White Lines might be the best best thing.
The new series comes from Money Heist creator Alex Pina, and it set in Ibiza in the height of summer.
It follows Zoe Collins, who comes to the island to identify the body of her DJ brother Axel, who mysteriously disappeared 20 years ago.
And it quickly turns into a drug-fuelled murder mystery, as Zoe links up with Axel’s old friends and business associates, looking to discover the truth about what happened to her brother.
Is White Lines based on a true story?
The actual story of Axel’s death and all the characters involved in it are entirely fictional – although the show’s creators have said it was partly influenced by Narcos, which is based on real events.
However, there are several real-life missing persons cases in Ibiza that do bear a resemblance to Axel’s story, and his pilgrimage from the UK to Ibiza to find fame as a DJ was far from uncommon during the ’90s.
Back in April 2019 there were reports of a DJ who disappeared after falling overboard an Ibiza boat, only to be “spotted” multiple times in the Balearic Islands since.
And in November 2018 Syan Angol-Lahrichie wrote for Metro about her cousin who mysteriously went missing on the island in August of that year.
Several UK DJs have made their names in Ibiza, including Pete Tong, who has a club night at Pacha on the island and also works for BBC Radio 1.
Danny Rampling, Paul Oakenfold, Johnny Walker and Nicky Holloway, meanwhile, are credited with discovering the combination of house music and MDMA while in Ibiza early in their careers.
Ibiza rave culture
The four Londoners arguably birthed rave culture during a week-long holiday to Ibiza in 1987.
At the time ecstasy was very new on the scene, and was being taken often at a club called Amnesia, which only opened at 3am and had been converted from an old farmhouse.
“In England at that time, clubs only played one type of music, and London was full of attitude. But at Amnesia you had 7,000 people dancing to Cyndi Lauper. Total freedom,” Oakenfold said in an interview with The Guardian.
Holloway added: “We all tried ecstasy for the first time together, and then the whole thing made sense. [Amnesia DJ] Alfredo was playing [Chicago house label imprints] Trax and DJ International next to Kate Bush and Queen, all the white English acts we’d turn our noses up at. But on E, it all made sense.”
They brought the culture – and the drug – back to the UK. They started clubs including Spectrum, Shoom and The Trip, and from there rave culture only grew.


inews--2020-05-22--Where was White Lines filmed? Filming locations in Ibiza and Mallorca for Netflix series

Where was White Lines filmed ?
Filming locations in Ibiza and Mallorca for Netflix series The new show from Money Heist creator Alex Pina takes place in Ibiza and its neighbouring Balearic Islands Alex Pina - the man behind the huge Netflix hit Money Heist - has a new show coming to the streaming service .
White Lines drops on Friday 15 May , and promises similar levels of excitement to his crime thriller , which has just aired its fourth season .
The premise sees Zoe Walker ( Laura Haddock , who you may know from the Guardians of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) travel to Ibiza to identify the body of her brother , a well-known DJ who went missing 20 years previously .
Zoe meets many of her brother 's old friends , and it does n't take long for her to get caught up in the hedonistic side of Ibiza life - think drugs , sex parties and car chases .
Haddock is joined in the main cast by Daniel Mays ( Line of Duty , Good Omens ) , Laurence Fox ( Lewis ) and Angela Griffin ( Waterloo Road , Coronation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enjoy some idyllic filming locations between June and October last year , when the series was shot .
Ibiza City seen from the beach ( Photo : Public Domain Pictures ) It has two main party districts , Ibiza Town , the island 's capital on the south coast , and Sant Antoni in the west .
Some of its most iconic clubs include Cafe del Mar , DC10 , Pacha and Amnesia .
DJs play a range of music , but the island is particularly famous for its house , trance , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is far more to Ibiza than just partying .
Large swathes of the island are registered Unesco World Heritage sites , Ibiza City boasts its Renaissance era walls , and it is home to many idyllic beaches .
Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands , and is home to just shy of 900,000 people .
Like Ibiza , Menorca and Formentera it is extremely popular as a holiday destination , and the airport in its capital , Palma , is one of the busiest in Spain .
There is evidence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and it was also occupied by the Romans .

Alex Pina – the man behind the huge Netflix hit Money Heist – has a new show coming to the streaming service.
White Lines drops on Friday 15 May, and promises similar levels of excitement to his crime thriller, which has just aired its fourth season.
The premise sees Zoe Walker (Laura Haddock, who you may know from the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise and The Inbetweeners Movie) travel to Ibiza to identify the body of her brother, a well-known DJ who went missing 20 years previously.
Zoe meets many of her brother’s old friends, and it doesn’t take long for her to get caught up in the hedonistic side of Ibiza life – think drugs, sex parties and car chases.
Haddock is joined in the main cast by Daniel Mays (Line of Duty, Good Omens), Laurence Fox (Lewis) and Angela Griffin (Waterloo Road, Coronation Street).
And they got to enjoy some idyllic filming locations between June and October last year, when the series was shot.
Ibiza
The famed party island is arguably Europe’s clubbing hub, and the perfect setting for White Lines.
It has two main party districts, Ibiza Town, the island’s capital on the south coast, and Sant Antoni in the west.
Some of its most iconic clubs include Cafe del Mar, DC10, Pacha and Amnesia. DJs play a range of music, but the island is particularly famous for its house, trance, techno and electronic scene.
However, there is far more to Ibiza than just partying. Large swathes of the island are registered Unesco World Heritage sites, Ibiza City boasts its Renaissance era walls, and it is home to many idyllic beaches.
Mallorca
Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands, and is home to just shy of 900,000 people.
Like Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera it is extremely popular as a holiday destination, and the airport in its capital, Palma, is one of the busiest in Spain.
There is evidence of prehistoric settlements on the island, and it was also occupied by the Romans.
It is rumoured White Lines will be returning to the island to film for a second season.


inews--2020-05-22--White Lines season 2: everything we know about a possible second series on Netflix

White Lines season 2 : everything we know about a possible second series on Netflix The drug-fuelled murder mystery from Money Heist creator Alex Pina has been a big hit for Netflix Now we have an answer to one big question , who killed Axel Collins , everyone is asking another : will White Lines be back for a second season ?
Its first season followed Zoe , the younger sister of a DJ who mysteriously disappeared in Ibiza 20 years ago .
She is called over to the Balearic island to identify his body , and decides to stay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the mystery of what really happened to him .
Zoe meets up with all of Axel 's old friends and business associates , delving into their past lives rich in drugs , crime and corruption .
And after the jaw-dropping finale , fans are wondering what is next for White Lines ... Will there be a White Lines season two ?
As yet there is no official word on whether White Lines will be back .
Usually Netflix waits a few weeks after a show 's release to track viewing figures before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , White Lines has proved popular and given Alex Pina 's huge success with Money Heist , the likelihood is it will get a season two - at the very least .
The creators have said they originally planned the show for a three-season run , so they clearly have plenty of storylines left in the tank and an idea of where things will go .
What could happen in a second season ?
The first season wrapped up nicely , with the bombshell revelation that Anna killed Axel to stop him from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sleeping together .
The series is mostly set in Ibiza ( Photo : Netflix ) Ironically , she enlisted Marcus ' help to finish their friend off , with Marcus running Axel over in his car before a sharp whack to the head completed the murder .
Which leaves plenty of options for where the show could go , either continuing in the modern day or delving further into the past and the gang 's time with Axel .

Now we have an answer to one big question, who killed Axel Collins, everyone is asking another: will White Lines be back for a second season?
The drug-fuelled murder mystery from Money Heist creator Alex Pina has been a big hit for Netflix.
Its first season followed Zoe, the younger sister of a DJ who mysteriously disappeared in Ibiza 20 years ago.
She is called over to the Balearic island to identify his body, and decides to stay in order to get to the bottom of the mystery of what really happened to him.
Zoe meets up with all of Axel’s old friends and business associates, delving into their past lives rich in drugs, crime and corruption.
And after the jaw-dropping finale, fans are wondering what is next for White Lines…
Will there be a White Lines season two?
As yet there is no official word on whether White Lines will be back. Usually Netflix waits a few weeks after a show’s release to track viewing figures before making a decision on renewing.
However, White Lines has proved popular and given Alex Pina’s huge success with Money Heist, the likelihood is it will get a season two – at the very least.
The creators have said they originally planned the show for a three-season run, so they clearly have plenty of storylines left in the tank and an idea of where things will go.
What could happen in a second season?
Spoilers for season one ahead…
The first season wrapped up nicely, with the bombshell revelation that Anna killed Axel to stop him from revealing to Marcus that they had been sleeping together.
Ironically, she enlisted Marcus’ help to finish their friend off, with Marcus running Axel over in his car before a sharp whack to the head completed the murder.
The show’s main players, including Laura Haddock, Nuno Lopes, Daniel Mays, Marta Milans, Juan Diego Botto, Pedro Casablanc, Belén López, Angela Griffin, Laurence Fox, Tallulah Evans are all likely to come back for a second season.
Which leaves plenty of options for where the show could go, either continuing in the modern day or delving further into the past and the gang’s time with Axel.


inews--2020-05-22--White Lines soundtrack: Best songs from the Netflix show to throw your own Ibiza-esque lockdown part

White Lines soundtrack: Best songs from the Netflix show to throw your own Ibiza-esque lockdown party

White Lines soundtrack : Best songs from the Netflix show to throw your own Ibiza-esque lockdown party You might not be able to fly to the White Isle or even go to the nearest club , but that does n't mean you should n't be dancing If you ’ re reading this , chances are you ’ ve already sped through Netflix ’ s latest hit show , White Lines .
And , like me , you ’ re now probably in the mood to fly over to Ibiza and spend the day dancing at Ocean Beach… without the murder @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to a worldwide lockdown , that ’ s impossible , so for now we ’ ll have to live vicariously through Axel ( Tom Rhys Harries ) and his Mancunian mates .
We have the Sun ( for now ) and we have our families/friends/pets/whoever you ’ re locked down with so all that ’ s missing for your own White Isle rave is some beats .
And it turns out the White Lines soundtrack is the perfect place to look .
Here are all the best party tracks from the series .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ahead : White Lines jumps between the 90s and present day ( Photo : Netflix ) We Do What We Want - Alan Fitzpatrick The soundtrack to Zoe ’ s first night out in Ibiza alone at the end of the first episode .
The Age of Love ( Jam & Spoon Watch Out For Stella Mix ) - Age of Love How We Do ( Raffa FI Re Edit ) - Raffa FL feat .
Mr V ... And this is the song that is blasted into his ears to force him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t commit .
This is an original song created specifically for the show , but it ’ s good enough to play in any club .
There are plenty of parties to vicariously enjoy on White Lines ( Photo : Netflix ) Axel ’ s birthday party went down in history for more than one reason , and with songs like this played I ’ m not surprised .
Another classic , this one is played as Axel and the crew take drugs in the woods .
Another one played in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ looking for her missing daughter , Jenny .
The White Lines soundtrack can deliver a slice of Ibiza during lockdown ... without the murder ( Photo : Netflix ) Let Me Love You - Weiss And this one was on at the party where she found her .
At least she got to listen to some good music ?
Keep On Jumpin ’ - The Lisa Marie Experience It wouldn ’ t be an Ibiza party without Frankie Knuckles .
This track is played in the final episode at fateful Axel ’ s @ @ @

If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve already sped through Netflix’s latest hit show, White Lines. And, like me, you’re now probably in the mood to fly over to Ibiza and spend the day dancing at Ocean Beach… without the murder, of course.
Unfortunately, thanks to a worldwide lockdown, that’s impossible, so for now we’ll have to live vicariously through Axel (Tom Rhys Harries) and his Mancunian mates.
We have the Sun (for now) and we have our families/friends/pets/whoever you’re locked down with so all that’s missing for your own White Isle rave is some beats. And it turns out the White Lines soundtrack is the perfect place to look.
Here are all the best party tracks from the series. Be warned, there are plot spoilers ahead:
Don’t Go – Awesome 3
Played by Axel at his Manchester house party in episode one.
We Do What We Want – Alan Fitzpatrick
The soundtrack to Zoe’s first night out in Ibiza alone at the end of the first episode.
The Age of Love (Jam & Spoon Watch Out For Stella Mix) – Age of Love
In episode two, Axel plays this at his illegal rave.
Hallelujah (Club Mix) – Happy Mondays
This Madchester classic is played at Oriole’s party in the second episode.
Read More White Lines’ Daniel Mays: ‘I was much more interested in acting than partying — but I’ve caught up’
How We Do (Raffa FI Re Edit) – Raffa FL feat. Mr V
Speaking of Oriole, this banger plays as he enters the lion’s den – the Martinez club.
Losing It – Fisher
Cristobal plays this at his day party before having his eardrums destroyed by Oriole….
Distort Me – Boys Noize
…And this is the song that is blasted into his ears to force him into confessing to a murder he didn’t commit.
Turning Around – Theo Kottis
Zoe and Kika dance to this on their night out in episode 4
In The Club – Tom Holkenborg
This is an original song created specifically for the show, but it’s good enough to play in any club.
Keep Control (ARTBAT Remix) – Sono
Zoe hears this song in episode five as she leaves Boxer’s nightclub where he lives.
Hide – Franky Wah feat. Robinson
Marcus plays this at a party in ep six.
Positive Education – Slam
Axel’s birthday party went down in history for more than one reason, and with songs like this played I’m not surprised.
Voodoo Ray – A Guy Called Gerald
Another classic, this one is played as Axel and the crew take drugs in the woods.
Deceiver – Chris Lake & Green Velvet
Another one played in a club, this time when Zoe goes looking for her missing daughter, Jenny.
Let Me Love You – Weiss
And this one was on at the party where she found her. At least she got to listen to some good music?
Keep On Jumpin’ – The Lisa Marie Experience
A happier moment for Axel, when he shows his mates the huge plot of land he’s bought for their outdoor club.
Sweet Harmony – Liquid
The soundtrack to Kika, Marcus and Zoe’s ill-advised pool party in episode nine.
Promised Land (Club Mix) – Joe Smooth
Axel plays this at Marcus and Anna’s wedding – before it all starts to go downhill.
Passion (Naked Mix) – Gat Décor
Another track from Axel’s birthday party, this time in a flashback in episode nine.
Your Love – Frankie Knuckles
It wouldn’t be an Ibiza party without Frankie Knuckles. This track is played in the final episode at fateful Axel’s birthday party.


inews--2020-05-22--Who killed Axel Collins in White Lines? List of suspects, and how the Netflix series ending revealed

Who killed Axel Collins in White Lines? List of suspects, and how the Netflix series ending revealed the killer

Who killed Axel Collins in White Lines ?
List of suspects , and how the Netflix series ending revealed the killer The Netflix show sees Zoe , Axel 's younger sister , travel to Ibiza after the DJ 's body is found , 20 years after he mysteriously disappeared White Lines - the latest series from Money Heist creator Alex Pina - had everyone asking the same question through its dramatic , drug-fuelled first season : who really killed Axel Collins ?
She quickly links up with his old friends , along with some shady people he had business dealings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discover the truth behind her brother 's death .
Axel becomes disillusioned with the Ibiza party scene and begins questioning his friends ' motives .
he feels David , Marcus and Anna have become too obsessed with money and power , and the love for music has been lost along the way .
Without telling them he sells the rights to all his music , as well as the clubs he owned with the group , to the Calafat family for a fraction of their worth .
He plans to start a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with people who genuinely care about him , only to have those ambitions wrenched away when he is murdered .
Who were the suspects ?
Oriol Calafat is one of the early suspects .
He had already tortured Axel , leaving him deaf , after discovering the DJ had slept with both his mother and sister .
David has moved on from his partying days and now runs a retreat , but Zoe suspects him of harbouring secrets despite being one of Axel 's closest friends .
However , he provides the perfect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they were having heroin-fuelled sex at the time of Axel 's death .
Marcus never known about Anna cheating on him with Axel - even that the pair slept together on their wedding night .
Axel threatens to Anna to reveal the truth on his birthday , and if he did , that would give Marcus a very good motive to do away with his friend ... At the same time , Anna would not want Axel to reveal this information .
But would she go as far as killing him to keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ themselves by a secluded part of the pool , where he reveals to her that he sold the clubs and burnt all the money .
She is furious with him .
Axel then does a line of cocaine off the side of the pool and his body begins convulsing .
However , instead of helping him , Anna holds his head under the water , drowning him .
Anna is the real culprit behind Axel 's death ( Photo : Netflix ) Marcus shows up , Anna shouts at him to help , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can not save him , so the pair borrow Oriol 's car and go to dispose of the body , not wanting to alert the police to their other criminal activity .
As Marcus tried to get the truth from Anna they hear Axel banging on the boot of the car .
She reveals to Marcus that she tried to kill Axel , telling him she is scared the DJ will report her if he survives .

White Lines – the latest series from Money Heist creator Alex Pina – had everyone asking the same question through its dramatic, drug-fuelled first season: who really killed Axel Collins?
The Netflix show sees Zoe, Axel’s younger sister, travel to Ibiza after the DJ’s body is found, 20 years after he mysteriously disappeared.
She quickly links up with his old friends, along with some shady people he had business dealings with, in order to try and discover the truth behind her brother’s death.
Spoilers ahead…
Axel’s final days
Axel becomes disillusioned with the Ibiza party scene and begins questioning his friends’ motives. he feels David, Marcus and Anna have become too obsessed with money and power, and the love for music has been lost along the way.
Without telling them he sells the rights to all his music, as well as the clubs he owned with the group, to the Calafat family for a fraction of their worth.
Then he takes all the money, stuffs it inside a huge wooden statue and sets it on fire at his birthday party.
He plans to start a new, quieter life away from Ibiza, with people who genuinely care about him, only to have those ambitions wrenched away when he is murdered.
Who were the suspects?
Oriol
Oriol Calafat is one of the early suspects. He had already tortured Axel, leaving him deaf, after discovering the DJ had slept with both his mother and sister.
Oriol even suspects himself for a time, since he blacks out at Axel’s birthday party.
David
David has moved on from his partying days and now runs a retreat, but Zoe suspects him of harbouring secrets despite being one of Axel’s closest friends.
However, he provides the perfect alibi for both himself and Oriol – they were having heroin-fuelled sex at the time of Axel’s death.
Marcus
Marcus never known about Anna cheating on him with Axel – even that the pair slept together on their wedding night.
Axel threatens to Anna to reveal the truth on his birthday, and if he did, that would give Marcus a very good motive to do away with his friend…
Anna
At the same time, Anna would not want Axel to reveal this information. But would she go as far as killing him to keep the secret?
Who actually killed Axel?
In the season one finale we finally learn the truth, in a long flashback scene to Axel’s birthday party.
Axel and Anna find themselves by a secluded part of the pool, where he reveals to her that he sold the clubs and burnt all the money. She is furious with him.
Axel then does a line of cocaine off the side of the pool and his body begins convulsing. However, instead of helping him, Anna holds his head under the water, drowning him.
Marcus shows up, Anna shouts at him to help, pretending Axel has drowned accidentally. Marcus cannot save him, so the pair borrow Oriol’s car and go to dispose of the body, not wanting to alert the police to their other criminal activity.
As Marcus tried to get the truth from Anna they hear Axel banging on the boot of the car. She reveals to Marcus that she tried to kill Axel, telling him she is scared the DJ will report her if he survives.
Marcus drives his car over Axel, but he survives, so Anna lands the finishing blow with a sharp object, before hiding the body.
In a present day scene with Zoe, Anna reveals that it was not actually because of the money that she killed Axel, but instead because she was afraid he would reveal the truth about their relationship to Marcus, and she would lose him.


inews--2020-05-22--Coronavirus: Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse criticises response saying UK is 'desperate for clear

Coronavirus: Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse criticises response saying UK is 'desperate for clear leadership'

Coronavirus : Nobel Prize winner Sir Paul Nurse criticises response saying UK is 'desperate for clear leadership' 'We have lions on the front line of clinical care .
We need lions also in the leadership so that we can actually really drive this forward' Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sir Paul Nurse has severely criticised the Government 's handling of coronavirus saying we need `` lions '' in leadership to `` combine scientific knowledge with political action . ''
Speaking to the BBC Radio 4 Today programme the director of the Francis Crick Institute said he believed the UK has been `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 and there needs to be a clearer `` publicly presented strategy . ''
His comments come as attention turns back to the decisions made at the start of the crisis , with a member of the Government 's advisory panel saying that he would have liked lockdown to have started weeks earlier .
Sir Paul Nurse said there is a lack of leadership .
( Photo : BBC ) Sir Paul told the Today programme that he was concerned whether `` we have a proper governance system here that can combine scientific @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The question I ’ m constantly asking myself is , who is actually in charge of the decisions ? ''
he said .
`` Who is developing the strategy and the operation and implementation of that strategy ?
Is it ministers ?
Is it Public Health England , the NHS , the Office of Life Sciences , Sage ?
I don ’ t know .
But more importantly , do they know ?
`` We have lions on the front line of clinical care .
We need lions also in the leadership so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forward . ''
The geneticist argued that mistakes have been made in a number of sectors and communication must be improved as the UK begins easing lockdown .
He said : `` Everybody involved , not just the politicians , the scientists , and the doctors , we ’ re all making mistakes .
And we have to try and learn from what mistakes have been made up until now . ''
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressing the nation about coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) from 10 Downing Street ( Photo : PA ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is to get a much clearer , publicly presented strategy as to what we ’ re actually trying to do and the evidence upon which it is based '' .
`` We ’ re not getting that in communications , '' he said .
`` Maybe there ’ s strategy there , I don ’ t see it .
And we need to know what the scientific evidence led to that . ''
He was particularly scathing of the failures around testing saying : `` We ’ ve been allowing care workers to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infected , infecting patients , infecting themselves , and as a consequence , making hospitals potentially unsafe places to be .
We have to see a changed strategy there that is reliant upon the real evidence . ''
He added : “ It was a little like a pass the parcel the responsibilities were diffuse , no clear lines of responsibility .
We are desperate for clear leadership at all levels .
”

Nobel Prize-winning scientist Sir Paul Nurse has severely criticised the Government’s handling of coronavirus saying we need “lions” in leadership to “combine scientific knowledge with political action.”
Speaking to the BBC Radio 4 Today programme the director of the Francis Crick Institute said he believed the UK has been “on the back foot” in tackling Covid-19 and there needs to be a clearer “publicly presented strategy.”
His comments come as attention turns back to the decisions made at the start of the crisis, with a member of the Government’s advisory panel saying that he would have liked lockdown to have started weeks earlier.
Sir Paul told the Today programme that he was concerned whether “we have a proper governance system here that can combine scientific knowledge with political action”.
“The question I’m constantly asking myself is, who is actually in charge of the decisions?” he said.
“Who is developing the strategy and the operation and implementation of that strategy? Is it ministers? Is it Public Health England, the NHS, the Office of Life Sciences, Sage? I don’t know. But more importantly, do they know?
“We have lions on the front line of clinical care. We need lions also in the leadership so that we can actually really drive this forward.”
The geneticist argued that mistakes have been made in a number of sectors and communication must be improved as the UK begins easing lockdown.
He said: “Everybody involved, not just the politicians, the scientists, and the doctors, we’re all making mistakes. And we have to try and learn from what mistakes have been made up until now.”
‘A much clearer, publicly presented strategy’
He added that “a pressing need is to get a much clearer, publicly presented strategy as to what we’re actually trying to do and the evidence upon which it is based”.
“We’re not getting that in communications,” he said. “Maybe there’s strategy there, I don’t see it. And we need to know what the scientific evidence led to that.”
He was particularly scathing of the failures around testing saying: “We’ve been allowing care workers to be in the wards who are potentially infected, infecting patients, infecting themselves, and as a consequence, making hospitals potentially unsafe places to be. We have to see a changed strategy there that is reliant upon the real evidence.”
He added: “It was a little like a pass the parcel the responsibilities were diffuse, no clear lines of responsibility. We are desperate for clear leadership at all levels.”


inews--2020-05-22--Homecoming season 2, Amazon Prime Video, review: Fast-paced, intellectual television

Janelle Monae steps into the lead role of Jackie as Julia Roberts goes behind the camera as executive producer The first series of Amazon Prime Video ’ s Homecoming , about a controversial private programme treating soldiers with PTSD , was nominated for multiple Golden Globes on its release in 2018 , and saw Julia Roberts in her first starring TV role .
Those wary that a second series might suffer since she left have nothing to worry about : Janelle Monáe , musician and star of Moonlight , is entrancing , and more than capable of picking up where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Monáe plays Jackie , a woman who wakes up in a rowing boat in the middle of a lake with no idea who she is or how she got there .
The only thing she does know is that she has done something terrible .
Over the first two episodes , we follow Jackie as she attempts to uncover her identity , a quest that leads her to the doors of wellness company Geist .
After that , we ’ re thrust back in time to uncover exactly how - and why - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unnerving position .
If you have watched the first series , alarm bells will be ringing here , as Geist is the same company responsible for the Homecoming programme designed to remove the memories of war veterans without them knowing .
When word gets out , a race to cover up the scandal with as little noise as possible engulfs the story .
With seven episodes at half an hour each - a rare but welcome format , in an age when bloated , indulgent feature episodes are ever popular - Homecoming is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linger on important details and create meaningful connections between characters .
Jackie and Audrey ( Hong Chau ) , for example , are one of the most believable couples I ’ ve seen on recent TV , all playful bickering and emotional support - and most of their relationship takes place over the phone .
The series ’ strength is how it twists the concept of memory and timelines , but it would be nothing without the exceptional acting of its cast .
The difference in Monáe ’ s character before and after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ability to jump in and out of guises , while outstanding performances from Chris Cooper , Stephan James and Joan Cusack build on an already transfixing story .

Homecoming, Amazon Prime Video ★★★★★
The first series of Amazon Prime Video’s Homecoming, about a controversial private programme treating soldiers with PTSD, was nominated for multiple Golden Globes on its release in 2018, and saw Julia Roberts in her first starring TV role. Those wary that a second series might suffer since she left have nothing to worry about: Janelle Monáe, musician and star of Moonlight, is entrancing, and more than capable of picking up where the Oscar-winning Hollywood legend left off.
Monáe plays Jackie, a woman who wakes up in a rowing boat in the middle of a lake with no idea who she is or how she got there. The only thing she does know is that she has done something terrible. Over the first two episodes, we follow Jackie as she attempts to uncover her identity, a quest that leads her to the doors of wellness company Geist. After that, we’re thrust back in time to uncover exactly how – and why – she has found herself in such an unnerving position.
If you have watched the first series, alarm bells will be ringing here, as Geist is the same company responsible for the Homecoming programme designed to remove the memories of war veterans without them knowing. When word gets out, a race to cover up the scandal with as little noise as possible engulfs the story.
Read More Janelle Monae on Homecoming: ‘There aren’t a lot of black women leading TV right now’
With seven episodes at half an hour each – a rare but welcome format, in an age when bloated, indulgent feature episodes are ever popular – Homecoming is a speedy drama that still manages to linger on important details and create meaningful connections between characters. Jackie and Audrey (Hong Chau), for example, are one of the most believable couples I’ve seen on recent TV, all playful bickering and emotional support – and most of their relationship takes place over the phone.
The series’ strength is how it twists the concept of memory and timelines, but it would be nothing without the exceptional acting of its cast. The difference in Monáe’s character before and after the time jump speaks to her easy ability to jump in and out of guises, while outstanding performances from Chris Cooper, Stephan James and Joan Cusack build on an already transfixing story.
It’s fast-paced, breathtaking and delightfully intellectual TV. If you watch any series this week, make sure it’s Homecoming.


inews--2020-05-22--Bake Off: The Professionals 2020 cast: line-up of contestants, judges, hosts and when the new series

Bake Off: The Professionals 2020 cast: line-up of contestants, judges, hosts and when the new series is on Channel 4

Bake Off : The Professionals 2020 cast : line-up of contestants , judges , hosts and when the new series is on Channel 4 Twelve new teams are taking to the tent to try to impress judges Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden Bake Off : The Professionals is returning for its fifth season , with comedian Tom Allen and Great British Bake Off favourite Liam Charles back as presenters .
Twelve new teams are taking to the tent to try to impress judges Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden in a series of challenges that make the regular Bake Off look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everything you need to know about the teams and when you can catch the show ...
When is Bake Off : The Professionals on TV ?
As with the last two seasons there will be 10 episodes , on at the same time every Tuesday .
Who are the contestants ?
Andrew is the owner of The Lounge in Ramsbottom and has worked for five Michelin Star restaurants in his career .
Ian is very new to the restaurant , having only joined the staff a year ago .
Domenico is head pastry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and has represented both Italy and Europe in patisserie competitions .
Alessandra works for him at the hotel .
Natalie is the head chef at Lexington Catering a company which bakes for the likes of banks and law firms in London .
She met Kristine on a chocolate course and they have been friends ever since .
Everyone has heard of The Ivy , which means Clanny and Ryan come into the competition with high expectations .
They both grew up in Goa and are both head pastry chefs , Clanny at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's main restaurant .
James , from Australia , met Neta while working for Dominic Ansel ’ s Bakery in London .
Before that Neta spent five years in the Israeli army , and now the pair work together at the five-star Andaz Hotel in London .
Tracy worked as a counsellor for years before pursuing her dream of being a full-time pastry chef and opening T.Sweetmap , which makes celebration cakes .
Moos worked for the Ritz before joining Tracy on her venture .
Thibault and Laurian , from Cocorico Patisserie in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before , coming second in 2017 .
They are hoping they can go one better this time around .
Nick is the head chef and Paul is the pastry chef at the Talland Bay Hotel in Cornwall .
The pair have a strong understanding , having worked together for 12 years .
Ioan , who was born in Romania , is the head chef at Macdonald Berystede , a four-star hotel in Berkshire , and Mareks , from Latvia , is his sous chef .
They have both recently become fathers .

Bake Off: The Professionals has returned for its fifth season, with comedian Tom Allen and Great British Bake Off favourite Liam Charles back as presenters.
Twelve new teams were brought into to the tent to try to impress judges Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden in a series of challenges that make the regular Bake Off look like child’s play.
Here’s everything you need to know about the teams and when you can catch the show…
When is Bake Off: The Professionals on TV?
The series began on Tuesday 26 May at 9pm on Channel 4 – as with the last two seasons there will be 10 episodes, on at the same time every Tuesday.
Who are the contestants?
The Lounge – Andrew and Ian
Andrew is the owner of The Lounge in Ramsbottom and has worked for five Michelin Star restaurants in his career. Ian is very new to the restaurant, having only joined the staff a year ago.
Park Plaza Hotels – Domenico and Alessandra
Domenico is head pastry chef at Park Plaza Hotels in London, and has represented both Italy and Europe in patisserie competitions. Alessandra works for him at the hotel.
Lexington Catering – Natalie and Kristine
Natalie is the head chef at Lexington Catering a company which bakes for the likes of banks and law firms in London. She met Kristine on a chocolate course and they have been friends ever since.
The Ivy – Clanny and Ryan
Everyone has heard of The Ivy, which means Clanny and Ryan come into the competition with high expectations. They both grew up in Goa and are both head pastry chefs, Clanny at Ivy Club and Ryan at The Ivy’s main restaurant.
Andaz Hotel – James and Neta
James, from Australia, met Neta while working for Dominic Ansel’s Bakery in London. Before that Neta spent five years in the Israeli army, and now the pair work together at the five-star Andaz Hotel in London.
T.Sweetmap – Tracy and Moos
Tracy worked as a counsellor for years before pursuing her dream of being a full-time pastry chef and opening T.Sweetmap, which makes celebration cakes. Moos worked for the Ritz before joining Tracy on her venture.
Cakes and Bubbles – Grete and Rosamaria
Cakes and Bubbles is a dessert restaurant at London’s five-star Cafe Royal hotel. Grete is the head pastry chef and she hired Rosamaria to work alongside her.
Cocorico Patisserie – Thibault and Laurian
Thibault and Laurian, from Cocorico Patisserie in Cardiff, have been on the show before, coming second in 2017. They are hoping they can go one better this time around.
Talland Bay Hotel – Nick and Paul
Nick is the head chef and Paul is the pastry chef at the Talland Bay Hotel in Cornwall. The pair have a strong understanding, having worked together for 12 years.
Macdonald Berystede – Ioan and Mareks
Ioan, who was born in Romania, is the head chef at Macdonald Berystede, a four-star hotel in Berkshire, and Mareks, from Latvia, is his sous chef. They have both recently become fathers.
The Hurlingham Club – Ruth and Laura
Ruth has worked for multiple Michel Star restaurants, while Laura was a banker before turning to baking. They met while training at Le Cordon Bleu and now work for the exclusive Hurlingham Club.
Venachar Lochside – Theodore and Neil
Venachar Lochside, in Loch Lomond in Scotland, is home to pastry chefs Theodore and Neil, who are so close that Neil is set to be Theodore’s best man at his wedding next year.


inews--2020-05-22--Pakistan plane crash: PIA Airbus passenger jet carrying 107 people crashes into residential area nea

Pakistan plane crash: PIA Airbus passenger jet carrying 107 people crashes into residential area near Karachi Airport

The PIA flight with 99 passengers and eight crew members on board crashed on Friday in a residential area of the southern Pakistani city Footage from nearby shows plumes of smoke billowing above buildings in the residential area of Karachi ( Photo : Still from Twitter ) A Pakistan International Airlines aircraft ( PIA ) with 99 passengers and eight crew members on board crashed on Friday in a residential area of the southern Pakistani city of Karachi , officials said .
The airbus A320 , due to land at Jinnah international airport from the eastern city of Lahore crashed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the country 's civil aviation agency says .
The plane was about to land when it crashed near Model Colony , a neighbourhood of Karachi about 3.2km ( two miles ) north-east of Jinnah International Airport , BBC News reported .
A spokesperson confirmed the number of people on board the flight on Friday afternoon , but did not confirm the number of casualties .
`` The plane crashed in Karachi .
We are trying to confirm the number of passengers but initially it is 99 passengers and eight crew members , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spokesman for Pakistan 's aviation authority .
`` The plane PK 8303 with 99 passengers and 8 crew members has crashed , '' said a spokesman for the national carrier PIA added .
Local TV station Geo showed crowds near the scene which appeared to be a densely populated area and ambulances trying to make their way through .
It also showed black smoke billowing from the scene .
Footage shared on Twitter suggests nearby homes have also been damaged by the crash .
The Pakistani army said its quick reaction force and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relief and rescue efforts alongside civil administration .
The saddening news comes for the Muslim nation just a day before Eid , a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan .
It also comes just days after the country began allowing commercial flights to resume after a coronavirus lockdown .
The cause of the crash is currently unknown .

A Pakistan International Airlines aircraft (PIA) with 99 passengers and eight crew members on board crashed on Friday in a residential area of the southern Pakistani city of Karachi, officials said.
The airbus A320, due to land at Jinnah international airport from the eastern city of Lahore crashed in a residential area near Karachi airport, the country’s civil aviation agency says.
Black smoke billowing from the scene
The plane was about to land when it crashed near Model Colony, a neighbourhood of Karachi about 3.2km (two miles) north-east of Jinnah International Airport, BBC News reported.
A spokesperson confirmed the number of people on board the flight on Friday afternoon, but did not confirm the number of casualties.
The PK 303 from Lahore to Karachi has crashed just before landing the officials confirm. The Airbus A320 went down onto the residential quarters, houses also damaged. pic.twitter.com/I3gu3kIL9W — Iftikhar Firdous (@IftikharFirdous) May 22, 2020
“The plane crashed in Karachi. We are trying to confirm the number of passengers but initially it is 99 passengers and eight crew members,” said Abdul Sattar Khokhar, the spokesman for Pakistan’s aviation authority.
“The plane PK 8303 with 99 passengers and 8 crew members has crashed,” said a spokesman for the national carrier PIA added.
Local TV station Geo showed crowds near the scene which appeared to be a densely populated area and ambulances trying to make their way through. It also showed black smoke billowing from the scene.
Footage shared on Twitter suggests nearby homes have also been damaged by the crash.
The Pakistani army said its quick reaction force and paramilitary troops have reached the site for relief and rescue efforts alongside civil administration.
The saddening news comes for the Muslim nation just a day before Eid, a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan. It also comes just days after the country began allowing commercial flights to resume after a coronavirus lockdown.
The cause of the crash is currently unknown.
More to follow.
Additional reporting by Reuters


inews--2020-05-22--Coronavirus is targeting the BAME community - and our mental health is suffering

Coronavirus is targeting the BAME community - and our mental health is suffering The revelation black , Asian and other ethnic minorities are overrepresented in hospital beds is sending waves of panic through communities It 's past midnight and I 'm still on the phone to a close friend who 's been suffering with insomnia .
The topic of discussion , seemingly as always , is Covid-19 .
In between echoes of reassurance , we alternate in articulating our anxieties .
Her mother is a school administrator who 's still working .
My father is undergoing chemotherapy .
Both of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the nature of their circumstances , are already in high risk categories when it comes to contracting and falling seriously ill from the virus .
But this is n't what 's led us to our late-night conversation .
Nor is it the source of her poor sleep , or my frequent bouts of anxiety .
The source of our worry is that our parents are both immigrants .
Her mother is a member of the Windrush generation , my father is originally from Sri Lanka .
Simply by virtue of their ethnic background @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to die of Covid-19 than their white counterparts .
And this vulnerability , both of our parents and our wider community , is starting to wear on our mental health .
While Covid-19 has swept through the UK population , calls to 'flatten the curve ' of the rate of infection have dominated the Government 's response .
But all the while , another curve , in its infancy and on a decidedly upwards incline , has quietly become apparent : the accelerating rate of those experiencing poor mental health .
And it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week the United Nations released a statement warning member states of an `` increased vulnerability '' to mental health difficulties among populations , urging governments to ensure mental health care was `` front and centre '' in their Covid-19 response plans .
Closer to home , research from the University of Cambridge has shown that feelings of loneliness in the UK population have more than doubled over the lockdown period .
In short , we 're suffering .
And we 're suffering badly .
This suffering can be felt acutely within communities of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Asian and other ethnic minorities are overrepresented in hospital beds and Covid-19-related deaths is sending waves of panic and shock throughout our communities , the impact of which is yet to fully materialise .
For many , the anxiety and distress have become overwhelming .
To make matters worse , the scales are already tipped .
BAME people are already more likely to suffer from poor mental health than the general population .
`` It 's incredibly difficult seeing so many black and brown people dying in the UK '' , says Phil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I ’ m avoiding the news as much as I can as a form of self-preservation , because it 's so easy to become overwhelmed .
But it 's impossible not to come across it .
I was really struggling until I reached out to friends in the black community and realised many of them felt similarly .
We 're all suffering in silence as we see so many of our community members lose their lives . ''
Despite this , the Government is still yet to produce any meaningful plan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ general population , let alone among those in ethnic minority communities who are particularly vulnerable .
Dr Antonis Kousoulis , Director for England and Wales at the Mental Health Foundation , says the Government response is a `` welcome start '' , but is “ nowhere near enough to cover the need we expect '' , especially for BAME communities .
`` Despite the relative lack of data on BAME mental health right now , the reality is that our most economically deprived communities will be hit the hardest , and BAME people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those groups . ''
`` We need to look at overhauling the benefit system to be more equitable , and fund local authorities to develop tailored mental health support .
These authorities have a more intimate understanding of the communities they serve , and can ensure that services are accommodating to those of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds '' .
“ What I find most disheartening is knowing that the government has access to this information , knows brown and black people are more likely to be affected by Covid-19 from both a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appears to have done very little about it .
That 's what 's keeping me up at night ” , says Phil .

It’s past midnight and I’m still on the phone to a close friend who’s been suffering with insomnia. The topic of discussion, seemingly as always, is Covid-19. In between echoes of reassurance, we alternate in articulating our anxieties.
Her mother is a school administrator who’s still working. My father is undergoing chemotherapy. Both of them, due to their age and the nature of their circumstances, are already in high risk categories when it comes to contracting and falling seriously ill from the virus. But this isn’t what’s led us to our late-night conversation. Nor is it the source of her poor sleep, or my frequent bouts of anxiety.
The source of our worry is that our parents are both immigrants. Her mother is a member of the Windrush generation, my father is originally from Sri Lanka. Simply by virtue of their ethnic background, they are almost twice as likely to die of Covid-19 than their white counterparts. And this vulnerability, both of our parents and our wider community, is starting to wear on our mental health.
While Covid-19 has swept through the UK population, calls to ‘flatten the curve’ of the rate of infection have dominated the Government’s response. But all the while, another curve, in its infancy and on a decidedly upwards incline, has quietly become apparent: the accelerating rate of those experiencing poor mental health. And it’s not just anecdotal.
Late last week the United Nations released a statement warning member states of an “increased vulnerability” to mental health difficulties among populations, urging governments to ensure mental health care was “front and centre” in their Covid-19 response plans. Closer to home, research from the University of Cambridge has shown that feelings of loneliness in the UK population have more than doubled over the lockdown period. In short, we’re suffering. And we’re suffering badly.
This suffering can be felt acutely within communities of colour. The revelation that black, Asian and other ethnic minorities are overrepresented in hospital beds and Covid-19-related deaths is sending waves of panic and shock throughout our communities, the impact of which is yet to fully materialise. For many, the anxiety and distress have become overwhelming. To make matters worse, the scales are already tipped. BAME people are already more likely to suffer from poor mental health than the general population.
“It’s incredibly difficult seeing so many black and brown people dying in the UK”, says Phil Samba, 30, a health promoter. “I’m avoiding the news as much as I can as a form of self-preservation, because it’s so easy to become overwhelmed. But it’s impossible not to come across it. I was really struggling until I reached out to friends in the black community and realised many of them felt similarly. We’re all suffering in silence as we see so many of our community members lose their lives.”
Despite this, the Government is still yet to produce any meaningful plan to combat poor mental health among the general population, let alone among those in ethnic minority communities who are particularly vulnerable.
At the time of writing, the Government has given £5 million to mental health charities, with none of this amount ring-fenced to support ethnic minorities. Compare this to countries like Australia, who announced AUD $74 million (£39.5 million) in mental health support, including targeted services for indigenous groups, or New Zealand who announced NZD 3.5 million (£1.7 million) of extra mental health support specifically for vulnerable groups including the Maori and Asian communities, and it becomes clear the UK is trailing behind.
Dr Antonis Kousoulis, Director for England and Wales at the Mental Health Foundation, says the Government response is a “welcome start”, but is “nowhere near enough to cover the need we expect”, especially for BAME communities.
“Despite the relative lack of data on BAME mental health right now, the reality is that our most economically deprived communities will be hit the hardest, and BAME people are more likely to be represented in those groups.”
“We need to look at overhauling the benefit system to be more equitable, and fund local authorities to develop tailored mental health support. These authorities have a more intimate understanding of the communities they serve, and can ensure that services are accommodating to those of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds”.
But for some, the effects of government inaction have already taken their toll.
“What I find most disheartening is knowing that the government has access to this information, knows brown and black people are more likely to be affected by Covid-19 from both a physical and mental health standpoint, and appears to have done very little about it. That’s what’s keeping me up at night”, says Phil.
And as I hang up from my sleep-deprived friend, the time now close to 2am, I sigh. Because it’s exactly what’s keeping me up too.
Alexander Leon is a writer and campaigner focusing on LGBT+ rights, anti-racism and mental health. You can follow him on Twitter here