inews--2020-05-24--Rhys Jones murder: The true story of the boy, 11, killed by Sean Mercer portrayed in ITV drama Littl

Rhys Jones murder: The true story of the boy, 11, killed by Sean Mercer portrayed in ITV drama Little Boy Blue

Rhys Jones murder : The true story of the boy , 11 , killed by Sean Mercer portrayed in ITV drama Little Boy Blue Little Boy Blue tells the tragic true story of Rhys Jones , an 11-year-old boy who was shot and killed in Liverpool in 2007 Little Boy Blue tells the tragic true story of Rhys Jones , an 11-year-old boy who was shot and killed while walking home from football practice in Liverpool in 2007 .
It follows Kelly and his fellow police officers , as well as Rhys ' family , as they attempt to reach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everything you need to know about the real-life story ...
He was walking through the Croxteth Park estate when he was approached by a boy on a silver bike , who it later emerged was a 16-year-old named Sean Mercer , who was a member of the Croxteth Crew gang .
Mercer drew a handgun and fired three shots , one of which hit Rhys in the back and came out through his neck .
Stephen and Melanie Jones lay tributes where their son was killed ( Photo : Getty ) Rhys was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him , and paramedics spent 90 minutes trying to resuscitate him , but he was later pronounced dead at Alder Hey Children 's Hospital .
To this day no one is certain of the motive behind the killing .
It could have been a random attack , a case of mistaken identity , or Rhys may have been caught in the crossfire of gang fighting , which was prevalent in that part of Liverpool at the time .
Police made multiple arrests in the weeks following the murder , but initially did not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The murder was recreated on an episode of Crimewatch on 26 September , in which Rhys ' mother Melanie appeared personally to appeal for information .
On 15 April 2008 , Merseyside police confirmed that 11 people aged between 17 and 25 had been arrested in connection with the case .
Six more men were arrested the next day .
All six were remanded in custody , and another man was charged the following day .
Sean Mercer , who killed Rhys was was sentenced to life in prison ( Photo : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mercer , then 18 , was found guilty of Rhys ' murder after a nine-week trial , and was sentenced to life imprisonment , to serve a minimum of 22 years .
Fellow gang members James Yates , Nathan Quinn , Boy `` M '' , Gary Kays , and Melvin Coy were convicted of assisting an offender .
Boy `` K '' , later revealed as Dean Kelly , was convicted of four related offences .
Kays and Coy were both sentenced to seven years .
In January 2009 , Yates was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kelly to four years , and Quinn to two years .
Everton players laid tributes to Rhys at the scene of the crime , and there was a minute 's silence for him before their game with Blackburn Rovers on 25 August 2007 .

ITV is bringing one of its most harrowing drama series back for a second airing.
Little Boy Blue tells the tragic true story of Rhys Jones, an 11-year-old boy who was shot and killed while walking home from football practice in Liverpool in 2007.
The four-part drama series stars Stephen Graham as Detective Superintendent Dave Kelly, the man in charge of hunting down Rhys’ killer.
It follows Kelly and his fellow police officers, as well as Rhys’ family, as they attempt to reach some form of justice.
Here is everything you need to know about the real-life story…
Rhys Jones’ murder
Rhys, who was a huge Everton fan and played for Fir Tree Boys football club, was walking home from practice on 22 August 2007.
He was walking through the Croxteth Park estate when he was approached by a boy on a silver bike, who it later emerged was a 16-year-old named Sean Mercer, who was a member of the Croxteth Crew gang. Mercer drew a handgun and fired three shots, one of which hit Rhys in the back and came out through his neck.
Rhys was unconscious by the time his mother reached him, and paramedics spent 90 minutes trying to resuscitate him, but he was later pronounced dead at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.
To this day no one is certain of the motive behind the killing. It could have been a random attack, a case of mistaken identity, or Rhys may have been caught in the crossfire of gang fighting, which was prevalent in that part of Liverpool at the time.
Investigation and arrests
Police made multiple arrests in the weeks following the murder, but initially did not have much luck finding Rhys’ killer.
The murder was recreated on an episode of Crimewatch on 26 September, in which Rhys’ mother Melanie appeared personally to appeal for information.
On 15 April 2008, Merseyside police confirmed that 11 people aged between 17 and 25 had been arrested in connection with the case. Six more men were arrested the next day.
All six were remanded in custody, and another man was charged the following day.
On 16 December 2008, Mercer, then 18, was found guilty of Rhys’ murder after a nine-week trial, and was sentenced to life imprisonment, to serve a minimum of 22 years.
Fellow gang members James Yates, Nathan Quinn, Boy “M”, Gary Kays, and Melvin Coy were convicted of assisting an offender. Boy “K”, later revealed as Dean Kelly, was convicted of four related offences. Kays and Coy were both sentenced to seven years.
In January 2009, Yates was sentenced to seven years in prison, Kelly to four years, and Quinn to two years.
Public reaction
Everton players laid tributes to Rhys at the scene of the crime, and there was a minute’s silence for him before their game with Blackburn Rovers on 25 August 2007.
More than 2,500 people attended Rhys’ funeral, which was held on 6 September at Liverpool Cathedral.
The Rhys Jones Memorial Fund was set up to raise money to fund a new community centre close to where he died. The Rhys Jones Community Centre on Langley Close, Croxteth Park opened on 31 August 2013.


inews--2020-05-24--Sean Mercer now: what happened to Rhys Jones' killer and associate James Yates after the events of L

Sean Mercer now: what happened to Rhys Jones' killer and associate James Yates after the events of Little Boy Blue

Sean Mercer now : what happened to Rhys Jones ' killer and associate James Yates after the events of Little Boy Blue Sean Mercer killed Rhys Jones , an 11-year-old boy , in Liverpool in 2007 The murder of Rhys Jones , an 11-year-old boy who was shot and killed by a gang member in Liverpool in 2007 , has come to the fore again , with ITV re-airing its dramatised telling of the events , Little Boy Blue .
Rhys was killed by 16-year-old Sean Mercer on his way back from football practice .
In December 2008 , after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guilty of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment , with an order to serve a minimum of 22 years .
To this day the motive behind the killing is not certain .
It could have been a random attack , a case of mistaken identity , or Rhys may have got caught in the crossfire of gang fighting .
Rhys Jones , who was killed in Liverpool when he was 11 ( Photo : Getty ) The Croxteth Crew had a rivalry with the Norris Green Stand Crew , and it has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mercer was shooting at Wayne Brady , a leading member of the gang .
Where is he now ?
Mercer has served 11 and a half years of his minimum 22 years in jail , The earliest he can be freed is 2030 , when he will be 40 years old .
He has been serving time in Frankland Prison in Durham , which is nicknamed `` Monster Mansion '' because it houses some of Britain ’ s most infamous killers , including Soham killer Ian Huntley and Levi Bellfield , who killed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was 20 at the time of the murder , was heard saying `` All this fuss over a kid '' during the trial .
Later in 2009 he was sentenced to a further five years in prison , after the Court of Appeal reviewed an appeal that his sentence was too lenient .

The murder of Rhys Jones, an 11-year-old boy who was shot and killed by a gang member in Liverpool in 2007, has come to the fore again, with ITV re-airing its dramatised telling of the events, Little Boy Blue.
Rhys was killed by 16-year-old Sean Mercer on his way back from football practice. In December 2008, after a nine-week trial, Mercer was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment, with an order to serve a minimum of 22 years.
Other gang members, including James Yates, Nathan Quinn, Dean Kelly, Gary Kays and Melvin Coy were convicted of assisting him.
To this day the motive behind the killing is not certain. It could have been a random attack, a case of mistaken identity, or Rhys may have got caught in the crossfire of gang fighting.
Rhys’ murder was the most prominent example of gang violence, which was a big issue in Liverpool at the time.
Who is Sean Mercer?
Mercer was 16 when he shot and killed Rhys in August 2007, and 18 when he was sentenced in December the following year.
He and his silver mountain bike were notorious around certain parts of Liverpool, and he was a member of the Croxteth Crew gang.
The Croxteth Crew had a rivalry with the Norris Green Stand Crew, and it has been alleged that when Rhys was killed, Mercer was shooting at Wayne Brady, a leading member of the gang.
Mercer joked around during his trial, and the prosecution described him as having a “determination to kill” on the day Rhys was shot.
Where is he now?
Mercer has served 11 and a half years of his minimum 22 years in jail, The earliest he can be freed is 2030, when he will be 40 years old.
He has been serving time in Frankland Prison in Durham, which is nicknamed “Monster Mansion” because it houses some of Britain’s most infamous killers, including Soham killer Ian Huntley and Levi Bellfield, who killed Millie Dowler.
Last year the Liverpool Echo reported how Mercer has become a gang leader in prison, with control over the supply of drugs including marijuana and spice.
What happened to James Yates?
In January 2009 Yates was sentenced to seven years in prison for supplying the gun with which Mercer killed Rhys.
The 31-year-old, who was 20 at the time of the murder, was heard saying “All this fuss over a kid” during the trial.
He helped Mercer cover up the murder, even washing him in petrol afterwards to try to destroy evidence.
Later in 2009 he was sentenced to a further five years in prison, after the Court of Appeal reviewed an appeal that his sentence was too lenient.
He was released in 2014 after serving five years, and given orders not to enter the area where Rhys was killed.
The following year he was recalled to prison, charged in relation to an alleged drugs ring in Dundee, but was cleared in 2017.
He is now back in prison for breaching the terms of his licence.


inews--2020-05-24--Little Boy Blue cast: who stars alongside Stephen Graham in the Rhys Jones drama series, and when it

Little Boy Blue cast: who stars alongside Stephen Graham in the Rhys Jones drama series, and when it's repeated on ITV

Little Boy Blue cast : who stars alongside Stephen Graham in the Rhys Jones drama series , and when it 's repeated on ITV Little Boy Blue , ITV 's retelling of the 2007 murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones , is getting a second airing To this day the motive behind the killing is unclear - was Rhys simply a random , tragic target , was it a case of mistaken identity or was he caught in the crossfire during a gang fight ?
Little Boy Blue , written by Bafta-winner Jeff Pope , follows the story of how Rhys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to justice .
When is Little Boy Blue on ITV ?
The series has four episodes in total , and remaining three will air over the next three nights at 9pm , finishing on Wednesday 27 May .
Who is in the cast ?
Dave Kelly is the man in charge of the case and what turns out to be a difficult and complicated hunt for Rhys ' killer .
He is determined to get to the bottom of it , even promising Rhys ' parents that he will find their son 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ playing Andrew `` Combo '' Gascoigne in This is England , Baby Face Nelson in Public Enemies and Anthony `` Tony Pro '' Provenzano in Martin Scorsese 's 2019 hit The Irishman .
The Irish actress played Nina Pickering in Being Human , and has also appeared in Doctor Who , Taggart and Doctors .
O'Byrne plays Rhys ' father , who is more pragmatic in his approach despite being grief-stricken by his son 's death .
He was nominated for an Emmy for his role in Mildred Pierce and won a Tony @ @ @ @ @ @ @ production of Frozen .
This is Beyga 's first ever TV role .
He comes from Liverpool , and was born not long before Rhys was killed .
DCI Guinness works alongside DS Kelly in the murder hunt .
Walters is best known for Ragged and Buried .
He also played Mad Twatter in Skins and appeared in an episode of Band of Brothers .
Pat Gallan puts pressure on Kelly for a fast conviction , with the expectancy of Liverpool and the nation weighing on the police force .
Rowan plays Rhys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to life in prison .
This is Rowan 's first major role , but he went on to appear in Playing Field and North Pier .

Little Boy Blue, ITV‘s retelling of the 2007 murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones, is getting a second airing.
Rhys was shot and killed by 16-year-old gang member Sean Mercer while walking home from football practice in Liverpool.
To this day the motive behind the killing is unclear – was Rhys simply a random, tragic target, was it a case of mistaken identity or was he caught in the crossfire during a gang fight?
Little Boy Blue, written by Bafta-winner Jeff Pope, follows the story of how Rhys’ killer and his associates were brought to justice.
When is Little Boy Blue on ITV?
The first episode aired on Sunday 24 May at 9.15pm on ITV.
The series has four episodes in total, and the remaining three are airing over the next three nights at 9pm, finishing on Wednesday 27 May.
Who is in the cast?
Stephen Graham as Detective Superintendent Dave Kelly
Dave Kelly is the man in charge of the case and what turns out to be a difficult and complicated hunt for Rhys’ killer. He is determined to get to the bottom of it, even promising Rhys’ parents that he will find their son’s killer.
Graham is best known for playing Andrew “Combo” Gascoigne in This is England, Baby Face Nelson in Public Enemies and Anthony “Tony Pro” Provenzano in Martin Scorsese’s 2019 hit The Irishman.
Sinead Keenan as Melanie Jones
Keenan plays Rhys’ mother Melanie, who unsurprisingly finds it difficult to come to terms with her son’s death.
The Irish actress played Nina Pickering in Being Human, and has also appeared in Doctor Who, Taggart and Doctors.
Brían F O’Byrne as Steve Jones
O’Byrne plays Rhys’ father, who is more pragmatic in his approach despite being grief-stricken by his son’s death.
He was nominated for an Emmy for his role in Mildred Pierce and won a Tony Award for his performance in a 2004 production of Frozen.
Sonny Beyga as Rhys Jones
This is Beyga’s first ever TV role. He comes from Liverpool, and was born not long before Rhys was killed.
Matthew Roberts as Owen Jones
This is also Roberts’ first TV role – he plays Rhys’ older brother Owen.
Stephen Walters as Detective Chief Inspector Mark Guinness
DCI Guinness works alongside DS Kelly in the murder hunt. Walters is best known for Ragged and Buried. He also played Mad Twatter in Skins and appeared in an episode of Band of Brothers.
Sara Powell as Assistant Chief Constable Pat Gallan
Pat Gallan puts pressure on Kelly for a fast conviction, with the expectancy of Liverpool and the nation weighing on the police force.
Powell is best known for Last Christmas and Vanity Fair.
Paddy Rowan as Sean Mercer
Rowan plays Rhys’ killer Mercer, who is sentenced to life in prison. This is Rowan’s first major role, but he went on to appear in Playing Field and North Pier.
Michael Moran as Kevin Moody
Moody is associate of Mercer’s who is bullied into hiding the gun used to kill Rhys. This is Moran’s first TV role.
Nathan Clark Smith as Jordan Olssen
Olssen’s bedroom is used by Mercer and the gang to orchestrate the cover-up of Rhys’ murder. This is also Smith’s first TV role.
James Nelson-Joyce as James Yates
Yates is questioned by police but released without charge due to lack of evidence. Nelson-Joyce is also known for roles in Cilla, Mount Pleasant and Shameless.


inews--2020-05-24--Dynasty season 3: The Netflix UK release date and time, cast and more about the new series

Dynasty season 3 : The Netflix UK release date and time , cast and more about the new series The season will drop in its entirety on Saturday 23 May , and there have been a couple of cast changes to note Dynasty , the reboot of the classic 1980s soap opera , is almost back on UK screens for its third season .
The series , which follows the wealthy Carrington family and all the drama that surrounds their lives , has already aired in the US , but drops on UK Netflix this weekend .
Here is everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dynasty season three on Netflix ?
There were originally supposed to be 22 episodes , but filming had to be cut short because of the coronavirus pandemic .
However , thankfully the show has n't been too badly affected - there will still be 20 episodes .
Who is in the cast ?
Most of the main cast have returned for season three , but there have been a couple of switches to keep your eye on .
Alexis Carrington Colby , Blake 's ex and now Jeff Colby 's wife , gets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hendrix ( The Parent Trap ) taking over the role from Elizabeth Gillies .
Nicollette Sheridan played her in season one .
The new season is set a month after the events of season two ( Photo : Netflix ) Gillies ( Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll ) continues in her main role as energy executive Fallon Carrington and Robert Christopher Riley ( Hit the Floor ) is back as as Michael Culhane , the Carrington chauffeur and Fallon 's former fiancé .
Also returning are Rafael de La Fuente ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jo '' Jones Carrington , Sam Underwood ( Fear the Walking Dead ) as Adam Carrington , Michael Michele ( How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days ) as Dominique Deveraux , Sam Adegoke ( Michael Jackson : Searching for Neverland ) as Jeff Colby , Maddison Brown ( Strangerland ) as Kirby Anders and Adam Huber ( The Good Place ) as Liam Ridley , Fallon 's new fiancé .
What can we expect ?
There is all kinds of drama in store , with season three picking up a month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of season two .

Dynasty, the reboot of the classic 1980s soap opera, is almost back on UK screens for its third season.
The series, which follows the wealthy Carrington family and all the drama that surrounds their lives, has already aired in the US, but drops on UK Netflix this weekend.
Here is everything you need to know…
When is Dynasty season three on Netflix?
The season will drop in its entirety on Saturday 23 May.
There were originally supposed to be 22 episodes, but filming had to be cut short because of the coronavirus pandemic.
However, thankfully the show hasn’t been too badly affected – there will still be 20 episodes.
Who is in the cast?
Most of the main cast have returned for season three, but there have been a couple of switches to keep your eye on.
Alexis Carrington Colby, Blake’s ex and now Jeff Colby’s wife, gets her third different actor, with Elaine Hendrix (The Parent Trap) taking over the role from Elizabeth Gillies. Nicollette Sheridan played her in season one.
Cristal Jennings Carrington also gets a new actor; Danielle Alonso (Revolution) is taking over from Ana Brenda Contreras.
Gillies (Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll) continues in her main role as energy executive Fallon Carrington and Robert Christopher Riley (Hit the Floor) is back as as Michael Culhane, the Carrington chauffeur and Fallon’s former fiancé.
Also returning are Rafael de La Fuente (Empire) as Samuel Josiah “Sammy Jo” Jones Carrington, Sam Underwood (Fear the Walking Dead) as Adam Carrington, Michael Michele (How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days) as Dominique Deveraux, Sam Adegoke (Michael Jackson: Searching for Neverland) as Jeff Colby, Maddison Brown (Strangerland) as Kirby Anders and Adam Huber (The Good Place) as Liam Ridley, Fallon’s new fiancé.
What can we expect?
There is all kinds of drama in store, with season three picking up a month after the bodies were discovered at the end of season two.
Fallon’s fiancé Liam remains in a coma, and she is also struggling to come to terms with Trixie’s death.
Adam has a plan to finish Liam off, Blake boots Kirby out of Carrington Manor and Adam and Cristal are battling for control of Blake’s winery.


inews--2020-05-24--National Theatre Live streaming: how to watch A Streetcar Named Desire on YouTube, and the full sche

National Theatre Live streaming: how to watch A Streetcar Named Desire on YouTube, and the full schedule of free NT plays

National Theatre Live streaming : how to watch A Streetcar Named Desire on YouTube , and the full schedule of free NT plays A range of plays will be made available to stream via YouTube in April and May , continuing with Antony and Cleopatra Just like all entertainment outlets , theatres have had to close their doors per the Government 's guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic .
However , the National Theatre is bringing the stage to the screen by streaming several iconic plays on YouTube every Thursday .
Explaining the reason for making the plays accessible to thousands @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson said : `` During this unprecedented time which has seen the closure of theatres , cinemas and schools , the National Theatre announces a new initiative National Theatre at Home providing access to content online to serve audiences in their homes .
Here 's all you need to know about the National Theatre shows that are streaming .
Theatres in London have been forced to close amid the Coronavirus pandemic ( Photo : Leon Neal/Getty Images ) How can I watch the National Theatre shows from home ?
During the lockdown , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a novel way for the public to still enjoy the best from the stage .
The best part of it all is that it 's free to watch .
Every Thursday at 7pm BST on the theatre 's official YouTube channel , fans will be able to stream a selection of performances for a week .
The National Theatre at Home initiative has won praise from fans for being given the chance to watch the plays for free .
But it 's all been made possible by the various cast and crews of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The executive director and joint chief executive of the National Theatre told the Guardian : `` Everyone has said yes .
Please .
Let ’ s get it out to people .
`` It has taken a bit of negotiation and management but the outpouring from the industry has been fantastic . ''
However , that 's not all the National Theatre has to offer as there will also be a selection of Q & As with the cast and creative teams of the plays .

Just like all entertainment outlets, theatres have had to close their doors per the Government’s guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic.
However, the National Theatre is bringing the stage to the screen by streaming several iconic plays on YouTube every Thursday.
Explaining the reason for making the plays accessible to thousands free of charge, a National Theatre spokesperson said: “During this unprecedented time which has seen the closure of theatres, cinemas and schools, the National Theatre announces a new initiative National Theatre at Home providing access to content online to serve audiences in their homes.
“Audiences around the world can stream NT Live productions for free via YouTube, and students and teachers have access to the National Theatre Collection at home.”
Here’s all you need to know about the National Theatre shows that are streaming.
How can I watch the National Theatre shows from home?
During the lockdown, the National Theatre has come up with a novel way for the public to still enjoy the best from the stage. The best part of it all is that it’s free to watch.
Every Thursday at 7pm BST on the theatre’s official YouTube channel, fans will be able to stream a selection of performances for a week.
The first show, which kicked things off on Thursday 2 April, was One Man, Two Guvnors featuring James Corden.
From Thursday 9 April until 16 April theatre lovers could stream Sally Cookson’s bold reimagining of Charlotte Bronte’s classic Jane Eyre.
The stage version of Robert Louis Stevenson’s iconic adventure novel Treasure Island, adapted by Bryony Lavery, showed from 16 April.
After that it was time for some Shakespeare with a staging of Twelfth Night starring Tamsin Grieg.
This was followed by Danny Boyle’s Frankenstein – starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller – which streamed until 8 May.
Next came Antony and Cleopatra, starring Ralph Fiennes as Antony and Sophie Okonedo as Cleopatra.
From Thursday 14 May – Thursday 21 May Inua Ellams’ Barber Shop Chronicles was available to stream.
Next came A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Gillian Anderson, and This House, from Quiz writer James Graham.
Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, starring Tom Hiddleston, The Madness of King George III and Small Island, an adaptation of Andrea Levy’s Orange Prize-winning novel, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream followed.
Les Blancs, starring Black Panther‘s Daniel Sapiani, came next and now The Deep Blue Sea, starring Helen McCrory, is streaming.
The National Theatre at Home initiative has won praise from fans for being given the chance to watch the plays for free. But it’s all been made possible by the various cast and crews of the plays who have waived their rights.
The executive director and joint chief executive of the National Theatre told the Guardian: “Everyone has said yes. Please. Let’s get it out to people.
“It has taken a bit of negotiation and management but the outpouring from the industry has been fantastic.”
National Theatre at Home schedule
Thursday 2 April: One Man Two Guvnors by Richard Bean
Thursday 9 April: Jane Eyre by Sally Cookson
Thursday 16 April: Treasure Island by Bryony Lavery
Thursday 23 April: Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare
Thursday 30 April: Frankenstein by Nick Dear
Thursday 7 May: Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare
Thursday 14 May: Barber Shop Chronicles by Inua Ellams
Thursday 21 May: A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams
Thursday 28 May: This House by James Graham
Thursday 4 June: Coriolanus by William Shakespeare
Thursday 11 June: The Madness of George III by Alan Bennett
Thursday 18 June: Small Island by Helen Edmundson
Thursday 25 June: A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare
Thursday 2 July: Les Blancs by Lorraine Hansberry
Thursday 9 July: The Deep Blue Sea by Terence Rattigan
However, that’s not all the National Theatre has to offer as there will also be a selection of Q&As with the cast and creative teams of the plays.
What else?
In a bid to help schools, colleges and universities, the National Theatre has also released a new National Theatre Collection which “makes the best of British Theatre available worldwide to libraries, schools, universities and the wider education sector.”
The collection features productions from a range of theatres including the National Theatre, the Young Vic, Donmar Warehouse and Bridge Theatre.


inews--2020-05-24--Contact tracing jobs: how to apply to be a tracer for UK coronavirus app - and where roles are based

Contact tracing jobs : how to apply to be a tracer for UK coronavirus app - and where roles are based Dozens of job adverts are being posted online , as the government approaches its deadline to recruit thousands of contact tracers The job requires you to work from home and to call people who are infected with Covid-19 .
( Credit : Shutterstock ) Several job listings have recently appeared for contract tracer roles , which are being recruited to warn people who have been exposed to Covid-19 .
On 23 April , health secretary , Matt Hancock , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the middle of May , explaining that the positions should be filled just before the NHS tracing app goes live later in the month .
Those figures changed this week ( 20 May ) , with Boris Johnson announcing in parliament that 25,000 contact tracers will be employed and ready to track 10,000 new cases of the virus a day by 1 June .
What are the job requirements ?
The job requires you to work from home and to call people who are infected with Covid-19 .
It also requires you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have recently been in close contact with .
A job listing for a “ Contact Tracer Customer Service Advisor ” on CV Library , posted by Workforce Staffing Ltd , states the job will require you “ to update the in-house system and be able to record accurate data ” as well as “ show empathy and compassion at all times ” .
You will be required to answer calls as well as make them and the role suits those with a customer service , care or retail background .
The work is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Monday to Sunday , between 8am and 8pm .
How long are the roles required for ?
However the advert also states the job has the potential to become a permanent role as contact tracers are likely going to be a “ long-term requirement due to the current pandemic ” .
While the adverts state that you will begin the work from home , adhering to the government guidance , some adverts have suggested office working will be introduced after the initial 12 weeks .
This therefore restricts who can apply , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to commute to the office when lockdown measures are lifted .
Where are the jobs located ?
The contract tracer jobs are currently being advertised for London , Liverpool , Hull , Birmingham , Manchester , Milton Keynes , Newcastle-under-Lyme and Redditch , to name a few .
Where can I apply for the jobs ?
Job sites such as Indeed , CV library , as well as LinkedIn began listing the advertisements from third party recruiters within the last few days .
The job postings are also being advertised by independent recruiters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ search using the search term “ contact tracer jobs ” .
How much does it pay ?
The compensation for the job is £9.42 per hour , which is slightly higher than the national minimum wage .

Numerous job listings have appeared for contract tracer roles in recent weeks, which are being recruited to warn people who have been exposed to Covid-19.
On 23 April, health secretary, Matt Hancock, announced plans to hire 18,000 contact tracers, explaining that the positions should be filled just before the NHS tracing app launches.
But, Boris Johnson increased this announcing in parliament that 25,000 contact tracers will be employed and ready to track 10,000 new cases of the virus a day by 1 June.
A version of the app was launched on the Isle of Wight on May 5, but the UK’s Track and Trace chief Dido Harding has refused to put a timeline on when it will be shared with the rest of the country.
What are the job requirements?
The job requires you to work from home and to call people who are infected with Covid-19.
It also requires you to telephone all of the people they have recently been in close contact with.
A job listing for a “Contact Tracer Customer Service Advisor” on CV Library, posted by Workforce Staffing Ltd, states the job will require you “to update the in-house system and be able to record accurate data” as well as “show empathy and compassion at all times”.
You will be required to answer calls as well as make them and the role suits those with a customer service, care or retail background.
The work is expected to be completed in shifts, from Monday to Sunday, between 8am and 8pm.
How long are the roles required for?
The advert posted by Workforce Staffing Ltd states the role is initially a “12 week assignment”.
However the advert also states the job has the potential to become a permanent role as contact tracers are likely going to be a “long-term requirement due to the current pandemic”.
While the adverts state that you will begin the work from home, adhering to the government guidance, some adverts have suggested office working will be introduced after the initial 12 weeks.
This therefore restricts who can apply, as you will need to be able to commute to the office when lockdown measures are lifted.
Where are the jobs located?
The contract tracer jobs are currently being advertised for London, Liverpool, Hull, Birmingham, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Redditch, to name a few.
Where can I apply for the jobs?
Job sites such as Indeed,Google jobs, CV library, as well as LinkedIn began listing the advertisements from third party recruiters.
The job postings are also being advertised by independent recruiters and can be found with a google search using the search term “contact tracer jobs”.
How much does it pay?
The compensation for the job is £9.42 per hour, which is slightly higher than the national minimum wage.
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‘Virtual front line’
Out of the soon-to-be-recruited contact tracers, 3,000 will be from a skilled background.
These people will work as advisers and will be responsible for the more complex cases as well as conducting public health risk assessments.
Such roles are also being advertised with the title of “Clinical Contact Caseworker”, asking skilled professionals to join the ‘virtual frontline’.
These roles have been advertised on sites such as Reed, since the start of May 2020 by NHS Professionals.
Clinical Contact Caseworker roles pay a salary of £16.97 to £27.15 per hour and requires applicants to be on a Clinician Band 6 level or above.


inews--2020-05-24--Blood and Water cast: who stars in Netflix series from South Africa, and what you need to know about

Blood and Water cast: who stars in Netflix series from South Africa, and what you need to know about the show

Blood and Water cast : who stars in Netflix series from South Africa , and what you need to know about the show The teen drama follows Puleng Khumalo , a 16-year-old girl who is desperate to find her sister , who was kidnapped as a baby Netflix has found a lot of success with teen dramas - think Riverdale , 13 Reasons Why and most recently , Outer Banks .
The similarity between these three shows is that they are all set in America , which is why the streaming service 's latest offering , Blood and Water , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a teen drama , but it is also just Netflix 's second African original series , following on from Queen Sono earlier this year .
It follows Puleng Khumalo , a 16-year-old girl from South Africa who is desperate to find her sister , who was kidnapped as a baby .
Here is everything you need to know ...
When is Blood and Water on Netflix ?
The series dropped on Wednesday 20 May , so is now available to stream in its entirety .
The first season is six episodes long , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minutes .
Puleng 's sister was kidnapped as part of a human trafficking operation when she was a baby , and now the 16-year-old is on a desperate hunt to find her and bring her back .
She hears that a student at the prestigious Parkhurst College in South Africa may be her sister , and so wangles herself an admission to the school , where she befriends star pupil Fikile Bhele .
Puleng suspects Fikile to be her long-lost sister , but discovering the truth is n't as easy as she hoped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ high school going on around her .
The majority of the cast is made up of relative unknowns , including Ama Qamata , who plays lead character Puleng - this is her first ever screen role .
As Puleng she is headstrong and sometimes impulsive , but kind , caring and has a good heart .
Fikile , Puleng 's potential sister , is played by another TV newcomer , Khosi Ngema .
Filike is smart , well-liked and in-line to become head girl at Parkhurst .
Puleng 's mother , Thandeka Khumalo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ face , at least to South African audiences .
Gail Mabalane appeared in the TV series The Wild and The Road .

Netflix has found a lot of success with teen dramas – think Riverdale, 13 Reasons Why and most recently, Outer Banks.
The similarity between these three shows is that they are all set in America, which is why the streaming service’s latest offering, Blood and Water, stands alone.
Yes, it is a teen drama, but it is also just Netflix’s second African original series, following on from Queen Sono earlier this year.
It follows Puleng Khumalo, a 16-year-old girl from South Africa who is desperate to find her sister, who was kidnapped as a baby.
Here is everything you need to know…
When is Blood and Water on Netflix?
The series dropped on Wednesday 20 May, so is now available to stream in its entirety.
The first season is six episodes long, with each lasting between 43 and 53 minutes.
What’s it about?
Puleng’s sister was kidnapped as part of a human trafficking operation when she was a baby, and now the 16-year-old is on a desperate hunt to find her and bring her back.
She hears that a student at the prestigious Parkhurst College in South Africa may be her sister, and so wangles herself an admission to the school, where she befriends star pupil Fikile Bhele.
Puleng suspects Fikile to be her long-lost sister, but discovering the truth isn’t as easy as she hoped, especially with all the drama of high school going on around her.
Who’s in the cast?
The majority of the cast is made up of relative unknowns, including Ama Qamata, who plays lead character Puleng – this is her first ever screen role.
As Puleng she is headstrong and sometimes impulsive, but kind, caring and has a good heart.
Fikile, Puleng’s potential sister, is played by another TV newcomer, Khosi Ngema. Filike is smart, well-liked and in-line to become head girl at Parkhurst.
Puleng’s mother, Thandeka Khumalo, is played by a better known face, at least to South African audiences. Gail Mabalane appeared in the TV series The Wild and The Road.
Thabang Molaba, another debutant, plays Karabo “KB” Molapo, the school’s heart throb, and an immediate interest for Puleng.
And Dillon Windvogel, also making his first major appearance, is Wade Daniels, the son of Parkhurst’s headmaster who quickly develops a crush on Puleng.


inews--2020-05-24--Blood and Water season 2: everything we know about a possible second series of the Netflix original

Blood and Water season 2: everything we know about a possible second series of the Netflix original drama

Blood and Water season 2 : everything we know about a possible second series of the Netflix original drama The new series , which dropped on 20 May , follows 16-year-old South African girl Puleng Khumalo on her hunt to find her long-lost sister Blood and Water is the latest in a string of hit Netflix teen dramas that includes the likes of Riverdale , 13 Reasons Why and Outer Banks .
The new series , which dropped on 20 May and follows 16-year-old South African girl Puleng Khumalo ( Ama Qamata ) on her hunt to find her long-lost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ original African series .
The initial six-episode run may have tied up many loose ends , but has still left some fans wanting more , and asking the question : will there be a season two ?
Will there be a Blood and Water season two ?
As yet there is no official word from Netflix on whether Blood and Water will be renewed for a second season .
Netflix tends to wait a few weeks , and sometimes as much as two months , to see all the viewing data for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on whether it is worth bringing back .
Puleng and Fikile in Netflix 's Blood and Water ( Photo : Netflix ) If you are looking for positive signs , the fact that this is only Netflix 's second African original works in Blood and Water 's favour - history shows the streaming service tends to renew its first few shows from new regions .
And its first show out of South Africa , Queen Sono , has already been renewed for season two .
What could happen in a second season ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ prestigious Parkhurst College after hearing her sister , who was kidnapped by human traffickers as a baby , might be a pupil there .
She befriends star pupil Fikile Bhele ( Khosi Ngema ) , the head girl in waiting whom she suspects to be her long-lost sister .
In the season one finale we discover that Puleng and Fikile are in fact siblings , tying up the series ' biggest loose end , but leaving plenty of room for new storylines - how will their relationship change now they have been reunited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other questions that need answering .
What is going to happen with Fikile and Chad , and also with Puleng and KB ?

Blood and Water is the latest in a string of hit Netflix teen dramas that includes the likes of Riverdale, 13 Reasons Why and Outer Banks.
The new series, which dropped on 20 May and follows 16-year-old South African girl Puleng Khumalo (Ama Qamata) on her hunt to find her long-lost sister, is just Netflix’s second original African series.
The initial six-episode run may have tied up many loose ends, but has still left some fans wanting more, and asking the question: will there be a season two?
Here is everything we know so far…
Will there be a Blood and Water season two?
As yet there is no official word from Netflix on whether Blood and Water will be renewed for a second season.
Netflix tends to wait a few weeks, and sometimes as much as two months, to see all the viewing data for a new series, before making a decision on whether it is worth bringing back.
If you are looking for positive signs, the fact that this is only Netflix’s second African original works in Blood and Water‘s favour – history shows the streaming service tends to renew its first few shows from new regions.
And its first show out of South Africa, Queen Sono, has already been renewed for season two.
What could happen in a second season?
Spoilers ahead for season one…
Season one sees Puleng transfer to the prestigious Parkhurst College after hearing her sister, who was kidnapped by human traffickers as a baby, might be a pupil there.
She befriends star pupil Fikile Bhele (Khosi Ngema), the head girl in waiting whom she suspects to be her long-lost sister.
In the season one finale we discover that Puleng and Fikile are in fact siblings, tying up the series’ biggest loose end, but leaving plenty of room for new storylines – how will their relationship change now they have been reunited as sisters?
There are plenty of other questions that need answering. What is going to happen with Fikile and Chad, and also with Puleng and KB?
And will Mark and Zama agree to being in a throuple with Chris?


inews--2020-05-24--When will hotels open in the UK? The latest on domestic holidays resuming, and current lockdown rule

When will hotels open in the UK? The latest on domestic holidays resuming, and current lockdown rules explained

When will hotels open in the UK ?
The latest on domestic holidays resuming , and current lockdown rules explained Hospitality , entertainment and indoor leisure venues were instructed to close their doors at the end of March as part of lockdown procedures This is when hotels and similar businesses might be able to open their doors again ( Photo : Shutterstock ) Lockdown restrictions are beginning to ease across the UK , with some businesses beginning to reopen their doors to the public .
But when will hotels , B & Bs and other holiday accommodation be allowed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reopen under new lockdown rules ?
In a 50-page dossier , outlining details of the plan , it listed the businesses and ventures which must remain closed for the time being .
There were some exceptions to the rule , however .
In some instances , the previously listed holiday accommodation could remain open , such as : When will hotels be allowed to reopen ?
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that he hopes “ to reopen at least some of the hospitality industry and other public places provided they ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phase three , which would be 4 July at the very earliest .
The document states : “ Some venues which are , by design , crowded and where it may prove difficult to enact distancing may still not be able to re-open safely at this point , or may be able to open safely in part.
” Businesses such as hotels and the like will have to be able to meet “ Covid-19 secure guidelines ” and if they can not , may not be permitted to reopen .
Can I get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reservation ?
Many Brits have seen their travel plans disrupted by the spread of coronavirus - including staycations and holidays in the UK .
If you had reservations with a hotel in the UK that will no longer be open on your date of travel , you should be able to get a refund , or at the very least , be able to reschedule .
Holiday Inn have implemented a new policy in light of the coronavirus , which allows existing bookings made before 6 April 2020 at all their hotels to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for stays up to 30 June 2020 .
And if you had a booking with Premier Inn for a hotel stay before 4 July , you can cancel your booking on their website for free .
This doesn ’ t apply to key workers who are still being catered for .
Hilton Hotels have also made it possible for travellers who had booked with them for arrival on or before June 30 to change or cancel at no charge - even those trips described as “ non-cancellable ” .

Lockdown restrictions are beginning to ease across the UK, with some businesses beginning to reopen their doors to the public.
But when will hotels, B&Bs and other holiday accommodation be allowed to do the same?
This is everything you need to know.
Are hotels allowed to reopen under new lockdown rules?
On 10 May, the UK Government announced its phased plan for lifting lockdown.
In a 50-page dossier, outlining details of the plan, it listed the businesses and ventures which must remain closed for the time being.
These include holiday accommodation, specifically hotels, hostels, B&Bs, holiday rentals, campsites and boarding houses.
There were some exceptions to the rule, however. In some instances, the previously listed holiday accommodation could remain open, such as:
In the situation where people live in these places as interim residences whilst their primary home is unavailable, or they live in them permanently
Non-UK residents who are unable to travel to their country of residence can continue to stay in hotels or similar as required
Hotels and other accommodation listed can also be provided to any person unable to return to their main residence
They can also provide services to any critical workers in the effort to deal with coronavirus, if the stay is needed for their work
Hotels, hostels and B&Bs providing rooms to support the homeless and vulnerable (such as those who cannot stay safety in their home) can remain open
Hotels and other accommodation listed are allowed to host blood donation sessions
When will hotels be allowed to reopen?
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that he hopes “to reopen at least some of the hospitality industry and other public places provided they’re safe and enforce social distancing” in phase three, which would be 4 July at the very earliest.
Johnson said that this would happen “if and only if the numbers support it”.
In the recovery strategy document, “hospitality” is defined by the government as food service providers, pubs and accommodation.
The document states: “Some venues which are, by design, crowded and where it may prove difficult to enact distancing may still not be able to re-open safely at this point, or may be able to open safely in part.”
Businesses such as hotels and the like will have to be able to meet “Covid-19 secure guidelines” and if they cannot, may not be permitted to reopen.
However hotels, bars and cafes could reopen on 3 July in Northern Ireland, weeks before the scheduled reopening on 20 July, if the Stormont executives agree on a plan.
Can I get a hotel refund if I had a reservation?
Many Brits have seen their travel plans disrupted by the spread of coronavirus – including staycations and holidays in the UK.
If you had reservations with a hotel in the UK that will no longer be open on your date of travel, you should be able to get a refund, or at the very least, be able to reschedule.
Holiday Inn have implemented a new policy in light of the coronavirus, which allows existing bookings made before 6 April 2020 at all their hotels to be changed or cancelled free of charge for stays up to 30 June 2020.
And if you had a booking with Premier Inn for a hotel stay before 4 July, you can cancel your booking on their website for free. This doesn’t apply to key workers who are still being catered for.
Hilton Hotels have also made it possible for travellers who had booked with them for arrival on or before June 30 to change or cancel at no charge – even those trips described as “non-cancellable”.
With easyHotel, those who had booked to stay before 30 June can rebook or get a refund for free.


inews--2020-05-24--Radio 1 Big Weekend 2020 line-up: The virtual BBC festival dates, full list of performers and how to

Radio 1 Big Weekend 2020 line-up: The virtual BBC festival dates, full list of performers and how to watch it online

Radio 1 Big Weekend 2020 line-up : The virtual BBC festival dates , full list of performers and how to watch it online The likes of Sam Smith , Biffy Clyro and the Jonas Brothers will be spending the weekend lightening the lockdown mood BBC Radio 1 's Big Weekend is just one of the many victims of the coronavirus pandemic , but the festival has n't been scrapped altogether .
Instead , it is being turned into a virtual festival , with artists performing from their own homes for special programmes across the BBC 's network .
The likes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Jonas Brothers will be spending the weekend lightening the lockdown mood with socially distances performances .
When is BBC Radio 1 's Big Weekend and how can I watch ?
The festival is going ahead at the same time it was originally planned , starting on Friday 22 May and finishing on Sunday 24 .
The Jonas Brothers are the second headlines ( Photo : Getty ) Performances take place across five virtual stages : The Radio 1 Stage , the Radio 1 Dance Stage , the 1Xtra Stage , the BBC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stage , which will feature legendary performances from previous Big Weekends , including Katy Perry 's set from Glasgow and Miley Cyrus ' from Middlesbrough .
The festival will air all weekend on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds , and you can also watch on iPlayer .
`` We ’ re going to do our best to bring you a virtual festival , '' said Radio 1 DJ Greg James .
`` Whatever you ’ re doing that weekend , get the radio on and you can experience a load of stuff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some brand new festival performances . ''
Who is in the line-up ?
Radio 1 ’ s own Annie Mac , Danny Howard and Pete Tong will be joined by Armand Van Helden , Disclosure , CamelPhat , Solardo , Bicep , High Contrast , Hannah Wants and The Black Madonna .
The other stages open up on Saturday and Sunday , with Sam Smith and the Jonas Brothers the pair of headliners .
What have the artists said ?
Niall Horan said : `` Some of my favourite memories have been at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , no crew and an amateur like me setting the sound up will be interesting but I ’ m going to give it a right go .
Also my toilets are super clean unlike some of the literal pits I ’ ve seen at previous things ! ''
Anne-Marie urged everyone to get into the festival spirit : `` I think everyone should pretend they ’ re at a festival and camp in their living room during Big Weekend .
I ’ m going to do it right here in my living room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

BBC Radio 1‘s Big Weekend is just one of the many victims of the coronavirus pandemic, but the festival hasn’t been scrapped altogether.
Instead, it is being turned into a virtual festival, with artists performing from their own homes for special programmes across the BBC’s network.
The likes of Sam Smith, Biffy Clyro and the Jonas Brothers will be spending the weekend lightening the lockdown mood with socially distances performances.
Here is everything you need to know…
When is BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend and how can I watch?
The festival is going ahead at the same time it was originally planned, starting on Friday 22 May and finishing on Sunday 24.
Performances take place across five virtual stages: The Radio 1 Stage, the Radio 1 Dance Stage, the 1Xtra Stage, the BBC Music Introducing Stage, and the Headliner Stage, which will feature legendary performances from previous Big Weekends, including Katy Perry’s set from Glasgow and Miley Cyrus’ from Middlesbrough.
The festival will air all weekend on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Sounds, and you can also watch on iPlayer.
“We’re going to do our best to bring you a virtual festival,” said Radio 1 DJ Greg James. “Whatever you’re doing that weekend, get the radio on and you can experience a load of stuff from Big Weekends gone by, and some brand new festival performances.”
Who is in the line-up?
Things kick off on Friday with a strong list of DJ sets from the virtual Radio 1 Dance Stage.
Radio 1’s own Annie Mac, Danny Howard and Pete Tong will be joined by Armand Van Helden, Disclosure, CamelPhat, Solardo, Bicep, High Contrast, Hannah Wants and The Black Madonna.
There will also be a back-to-back set from Fatboy Slim and Eats Everything.
The other stages open up on Saturday and Sunday, with Sam Smith and the Jonas Brothers the pair of headliners.
Other highlights include Haim, Anne-Marie, Biffy Clyro, Aitch x AJ Tracey, Sean Paul, Niall Horan and Ellie Goulding.
Rita Ora, Mabel, Blossoms, Becky Hill, Declan McKenna, Demot Kennedy, Lauv, Rex Orange County, Young T & Bugsey and Yungblud complete the line-up.
What have the artists said?
Niall Horan said: “Some of my favourite memories have been at festivals. This time with no audience, no crew and an amateur like me setting the sound up will be interesting but I’m going to give it a right go. Also my toilets are super clean unlike some of the literal pits I’ve seen at previous things!”
Anne-Marie urged everyone to get into the festival spirit: “I think everyone should pretend they’re at a festival and camp in their living room during Big Weekend. I’m going to do it right here in my living room, and I can’t wait.”
Meanwhile Mabel has promised a “slick, smooth and stripped back” performance.


inews--2020-05-24--Pick For Britain jobs near me: how to apply for UK fruit picking jobs after the Government appeal

Pick For Britain jobs near me : how to apply for UK fruit picking jobs after the Government appeal A new farming campaign is here to offer work for those who have lost their jobs because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic This is what you need to know about signing up to pick fruit and veg ( Photo : Shutterstock ) A new government website , Pick for Britain , aims to connect those who have found themselves without work due to coronavirus and farms who are facing labour shortages .
This is everything you need to know , from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sign up .
What is the campaign ?
The Pick for Britain website states : “ Pick for Britain helps bring workers and employers together and ensures the UK can continue to deliver the best quality British fruit and veg for everyone to enjoy .
The website explains that “ some of the work will depend on the weather , so flexibility in terms of hours you work will be required ” and that “ a good level of fitness is usually required ” .
What work is available ?
There are four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ undertaking , depending on the farm you apply to .
Picking will include working outside in the fields , in polytunnels or glasshouses , picking fruit and vegetables such as strawberries , apples , peppers and asparagus .
What are hours and pay like ?
This is what you need to know in regards to questions you might have about things like pay , hours and training : Those working on the farms will be classed as key workers by the government , which means that you will be able to travel to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may still be able to attend their local school as a child of a key worker .
Furloughed workers can sign up for Pick for Britain as long as their contract with their current employer allows it , or their employer agrees .
How to sign up ?
To see what jobs are available , just head to the jobs section of the Pick for Britain website here .
You ’ ll then be able to see a list of available jobs - click on the job you ’ re interested in and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ website for that specific employer .
If you own a farm or small business and need to advertise individual jobs , you can use the government ’ s free ‘ find a job ’ service to advertise your vacancies to those looking for work .

A new government website, Pick for Britain, aims to connect those who have found themselves without work due to coronavirus and farms who are facing labour shortages.
This is everything you need to know, from what work is available to how to sign up.
What is the campaign?
The Pick for Britain website states: “Pick for Britain helps bring workers and employers together and ensures the UK can continue to deliver the best quality British fruit and veg for everyone to enjoy.
“Here, you will find growers, recruiters, and agencies that have job opportunities across the country.”
There is a wide range of roles available to choose from, varying from business to business.
The website explains that “some of the work will depend on the weather, so flexibility in terms of hours you work will be required” and that “a good level of fitness is usually required”.
The campaign is in partnership with:
Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board
Association of Labour Providers
British Growers
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
National Farmers Union
What work is available?
There are four main types of work you could be undertaking, depending on the farm you apply to.
Picking will include working outside in the fields, in polytunnels or glasshouses, picking fruit and vegetables such as strawberries, apples, peppers and asparagus.
Packing will involve working in a packhouse to sort the fruit or vegetables and pack into units, ready for distribution.
Plant husbandry is all about keeping plants and farms healthy, and will require tasks such as planting, weeding, plant management and maintenance.
Farms may also have vacancies for workers to operate forklifts, tractors and vans.
What are hours and pay like?
This is what you need to know in regards to questions you might have about things like pay, hours and training:
Pay: your pay will be dependent on your employer and the time of work you do – however, you will always be paid at leads the national minimum/living wage
Hours: farms tend to work from first thing in the morning under mid-late afternoon, with packing done in shifts that can carry on until later in the day. Your hours will, again, be dependent on the employer and the type of work, so you’ll need to discuss this with the farm you apply to
Training: where necessary, full training will be given to individuals
Age: you’ll need to be at least 18 years old to work on the farms, but depending on the farm there may be some roles available for those as young as 16
Those working on the farms will be classed as key workers by the government, which means that you will be able to travel to and from work, and your children may still be able to attend their local school as a child of a key worker.
Furloughed workers can sign up for Pick for Britain as long as their contract with their current employer allows it, or their employer agrees.
Individual farms may also offer volunteer positions.
How to sign up?
To see what jobs are available, just head to the jobs section of the Pick for Britain website here.
You can narrow your search to England, Scotland or Wales, or alternatively do a national search instead.
You’ll then be able to see a list of available jobs – click on the job you’re interested in and you’ll be taken to the website for that specific employer.
From there, you’ll see the details of how to apply for that role on the individual websites.
Information for employers
If you own a farm or small business and need to advertise individual jobs, you can use the government’s free ‘find a job’ service to advertise your vacancies to those looking for work.
If you are a GLAA licensed recruitment company, or a grower, that has their own employment website, then Pick for Britain can add a link to your website on the jobs page.
You can submit your request for this on the Pick for Britain website by filling out the short online form.
The form requires the following information:


inews--2020-05-24--How to make a face mask: what to do if you're making coronavirus masks at home, and when to wear the

How to make a face mask: what to do if you're making coronavirus masks at home, and when to wear them in UK

How to make a face mask : what to do if you 're making coronavirus masks at home , and when to wear them in UK Face masks have become a much more common sight when leaving the house during the UK lockdown and now they are advised by the government The UK government has now advised people to wear face coverings when going out in public in situations where social distancing measures might be hard to maintain .
Now that the public are being told to wear face masks , many shops have already sold out .
So where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and is it safe to make your own ?
Can I make my own face mask ?
You should consider making your own face mask so you don ’ t contribute to the shortage that is currently affecting the likes of hospitals and other medical centres .
The CDC says that DIY masks can be made as a last resort in times of crisis , and should be used “ in combination with a face shield that covers the entire front ( that extends to the chin or below ) and sides of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Smart Air Filters found that tea towels , cotton t-shirts and cotton pillowcases are the best materials to use for making your own DIY face masks - this is due to their ability to capture particles while still remaining breathable .
If you don ’ t know how to sew , or don ’ t have access to sewing materials , you can alternatively choose to cut up something like a t-shirt and tie it around your head .
Alternatively , you can follow these steps from the UK government that showcase how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both sew and no sew methods .
As it stands , surgical supplies for face masks are low , but there are face masks available to buy on Amazon .
When buying a face mask , make sure to follow the advice on how to wear them correctly and how to dispose of them .
When should I be wearing a mask ?
The government published a 50 page document called Our Plan to Rebuild : The UK Government 's COVID-19 recovery strategy , and within this publication it had a dedicated section @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` The Government is now advising that people should aim to wear a face-covering in enclosed spaces where social distancing is not always possible and they come into contact with others that they do not normally meet , for example on public transport or in some shops . ''
The publication also emphasised that `` homemade cloth face coverings can help reduce the risk of transmission in some circumstances '' and that they are `` not intended to help the wearer , but to protect against inadvertent transmission of the disease to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

The UK Government has stated that it will be compulsory to wear a face mask in shops from 24 July.
Face coverings were already mandatory on public transport and recommended in public spaces, but the new rule, which applies to supermarkets, all shops and takeaways, means people will be rushing to make sure they are prepared.
Coverings are available to buy in many stores and online, but it is also possible to make your own.
Can I make my own face mask?
You should consider making your own face mask so you don’t contribute to the shortage that is currently affecting the likes of hospitals and other medical centres.
The Centre of Disease Control (CDC) says that DIY masks can be made as a last resort in times of crisis, and should be used “in combination with a face shield that covers the entire front (that extends to the chin or below) and sides of the face”.
Scarves, cotton home-made coverings that cover nose and mouth and other bought masks that are not ones used by the health service are fine to use. Officials said that people can make coverings at home, but added that “the key thing is it should cover your mouth and nose”.
People have been advised not to use surgical masks or respirators as these should be reserved for health and care workers and for people in industrial settings such as those exposed to dust.
A study from Smart Air Filters found that tea towels, cotton t-shirts and cotton pillowcases are the best materials to use for making your own DIY face masks – this is due to their ability to capture particles while still remaining breathable.
There are various YouTube instructional videos showing how to make face masks if you’re good at sewing.
If you don’t know how to sew, or don’t have access to sewing materials, you can alternatively choose to cut up something like a t-shirt and tie it around your head.
This YouTube video shows you how to do that effectively.
Alternatively, you can follow these steps from the UK government that showcase how to make a face mask, using both sew and no sew methods.
Where can I buy a face mask?
As it stands, surgical supplies for face masks are low, but there are face masks available to buy on Amazon, Etsy and online fashion retailers. You can also find them in some supermarkets.
When buying a face mask, make sure to follow the advice on how to wear them correctly and how to dispose of them.
When should I be wearing a mask?
On 4 June the government released guidance stating that from 15 June, masks on public transport would become compulsory.
The reasons given were that on public transport, as more people go back to work, “people may be more likely to be in enclosed spaces for longer periods of time where we no there is a greater risk of the spread of the virus”.
From 24 July the rule will also apply to shops and takeaways. It is not mandatory to wear one when you are in outdoors spaces like parks, or when you are exercising.
How do I wear a mask properly?
If you’re going to wear a face mask, it’s imperative that you know how to wear it properly, otherwise the mask is redundant.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says you should follow these steps:


inews--2020-05-24--When is Eid al-Adha 2020? Date prediction for the festival, plus how it's different to Eid al-Fitr

When is Eid al-Adha 2020 ?
Date prediction for the festival , plus how it 's different to Eid al-Fitr Eid al-Adha falls later in the year than Eid al-Fitr , which commemorates the lifting of the fasting month of Ramadan The two Eid festivals are among the holiest events in the Muslim calendar - here 's everything you need to know about Eid al-Adha this year , and how it 's different to the Eid al-Fitr celebrations in May .
What is Eid al-Adha and why is it celebrated ?
To commemorate this , an animal is traditionally sacrificed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ act known as Qurbani .
One part of the sheep is given to the poor , one to the immediate family at home and one is reserved for relatives .
It is unclear at this stage whether the communal aspects of Eid al-Adha can go ahead in this year 's celebrations ( Photo : AFP/Getty Images ) When does Eid al-Adha take place ?
The nature of the Hijri also means that the it 's not possible to predict its date exactly .
However , in 2020 it 's predicted to begin on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lasting for four days .
The lunar calendar used by Muslims means it 's difficult to precisely predict the Gregorian date of festivals ( Photo : AFP/Getty Images ) What does 'Eid Mubarak ' mean ?

The coronavirus outbreak meant that this year’s Ramadan was an unusual affair, and the Eid al-Fitr celebrations which mark the holy month’s end were similarly restrained.
While Muslims may have been limited in their options for that festival, the gradual easing of lockdown rules around public gatherings and communal worship means things will be slightly different when Eid al-Adha arrives.
The two Eid festivals are among the holiest events in the Muslim calendar – here’s everything you need to know about Eid al-Adha this year, and how it’s different to the Eid al-Fitr celebrations in May.
What is Eid al-Adha and why is it celebrated?
Otherwise known as the “Festival of the Sacrifice”, Eid al-Adha is considered the holier of the two Islamic Eid festivals.
It honours the famous story of the willingness of the prophet Ibrahim (known in the Christian Old Testament as Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God’s command.
However, before Ibrahim carried out the heartbreaking request, God, known as Allah in Islam, produced a lamb for him to sacrifice instead.
To commemorate this, an animal is traditionally sacrificed and divided into three parts in an act known as Qurbani. One part of the sheep is given to the poor, one to the immediate family at home and one is reserved for relatives.
Some Muslims may give money to charity to give poorer families the chance to have a proper Eid feast. Mosques and community groups will often arrange communal meals.
When does Eid al-Adha take place?
Eid al-Adha falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic Hijri calendar. Because this is based on the lunar cycle, in the more commonly used Gregorian calendar, this date shifts from year to year, moving forward around 11 days annually.
The nature of the Hijri also means that it’s not possible to predict its date exactly – in 2020 it was predicted to begin on either Thursday 30 or Friday 31 July, lasting for four days.
According to Saudi Arabia, whose moon sighting lead is followed by many Muslims around the world, the new moon for Dhu al-Hijjah was not seen on Monday 20 July – this meant that the date for Eid al-Adha was confirmed for Friday 31 July.
How do Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha?
Despite various coronavirus lockdown measures easing in recent months, given the communal nature of much of the celebration means that this year’s will still take on a different feel.
In ordinary times, once the sun has risen fully in the sky devout Muslims will pray ahead of the Dhuhr prayer at noon.
Similarly to Eid al-Fitr, Muslims will greet each other using the celebratory phrase “Eid Mubarak,” and traditionally exchange gifts and share food with friends and family.
As detailed in the Quranic story of Ibrahim, it is still common practice for people to distribute meat during the festival, following the tradition of sacrificing their best halal animals.
They also chant the Takbir, which is the Arabic phrase “Allāhu akbar”, or “God is great”, before and after Eid prayers.
What does ‘Eid Mubarak’ mean?
“Eid Mubarak” is the traditional phrase used by Muslims to greet each other during the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha celebratsions.
The Arabic word “mubarak” translates as “blessed,” while “Eid” means feast, festival or celebration, so “Eid Mubarak” can literally mean “blessed celebration” or “blessed feast”, although it is widely interpreted as simply wishing somebody a “happy Eid”.
In exactly the same way, Muslims will often wish their fellow observers “Ramadan Mubarak” at the start of the holy month and throughout the fasting period.
What is Eid al-Fitr?


inews--2020-05-24--Remember Me book: how to add to national remembrance project online, plus why St Paul's Cathedral la

Remember Me book: how to add to national remembrance project online, plus why St Paul's Cathedral launched it

Remember Me book : how to add to national remembrance project online , plus why St Paul 's Cathedral launched it The Prince of Wales has shown his support for the unique project , recording a special message in honour of the launch The coronavirus outbreak has been devastating in many ways , forcing everyone across the UK to adopt a different way of life in an effort to stay safe .
While the virus has caused disruption to travel plans , working and home lives , many have had to deal with the ultimate loss - having to say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ honour of the thousands who have lost their lives in the UK to coronavirus , a new online memorial has been launched so that people can pay their tributes to those who have died .
What is Remember Me ?
How does the memorial site work ?
From 22 May , family , friends and carers of those who have died can submit the name and photograph of their loved one , along with a short message in their memory , through the Remember Me website .
The person who died must have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added , and the website will remain open for entries for as long as needed .
HRH said : “ This virtual book of remembrance is here to help us remember ; not just to recall our loss and sorrow , but also to be thankful for everything good that those we have loved brought into our lives , and all that they have given to others ” .
Will the memorial just be online ?
While submissions to the memorial have to be made online , it is intended that the Remember @ @ @ @ @ @ @ memorial at St Paul ’ s Cathedral .
Designs for a new inner porch in the North transept have been approved and , subject to funding , this will serve as a fitting memorial for all those who have died as a result of the pandemic .
St Paul ’ s Cathedral helped to launch the online book of remembrance on Friday ( 22 May ) , and the choristers of the cathedral have recorded a special piece of music to serve as an anthem for the memorial .
The Dean of St @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Reverend David Ison , said : “ For centuries , St Paul 's Cathedral has been a place to remember the personal and national impact of great tragedies , from the losses of war to the devastation of the Grenfell Tower fire .
“ We have heard so many sad stories of those affected by the pandemic , and all our thoughts and prayers are with them .
Every person is valued and worthy of remembrance .
“ Remember Me is an opportunity to mourn every person we have lost to the effects @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to offer compassion and support to those left behind , and an ongoing recognition of the impact of the pandemic on the UK .
”

The coronavirus outbreak has been devastating in many ways, forcing everyone across the UK to adopt a different way of life in an effort to stay safe.
While the virus has caused disruption to travel plans, working and home lives, many have had to deal with the ultimate loss – having to say goodbye to a loved one.
In honour of the thousands who have lost their lives in the UK to coronavirus, a new online memorial has been launched so that people can pay their tributes to those who have died.
What is Remember Me?
Remember Me is an online book of remembrance for people who have died in the UK as a result of coronavirus.
The website launched on Friday (22 May) and can be contributed to by people of all faiths and beliefs.
How does the memorial site work?
From 22 May, family, friends and carers of those who have died can submit the name and photograph of their loved one, along with a short message in their memory, through the Remember Me website.
The person who died must have been living in the UK to be added, and the website will remain open for entries for as long as needed.
It is completely free of charge to make a contribution to the site.
His Royal Highness (HRH) The Prince of Wales has shown his support for the unique project, recording a special message in honour of the launch.
HRH said: “This virtual book of remembrance is here to help us remember; not just to recall our loss and sorrow, but also to be thankful for everything good that those we have loved brought into our lives, and all that they have given to others”.
Will the memorial just be online?
While submissions to the memorial have to be made online, it is intended that the Remember Me website will later become a physical memorial at St Paul’s Cathedral.
Designs for a new inner porch in the North transept have been approved and, subject to funding, this will serve as a fitting memorial for all those who have died as a result of the pandemic.
St Paul’s Cathedral helped to launch the online book of remembrance on Friday (22 May), and the choristers of the cathedral have recorded a special piece of music to serve as an anthem for the memorial.
The Dean of St Paul’s Cathedral, the Very Reverend David Ison, said: “For centuries, St Paul’s Cathedral has been a place to remember the personal and national impact of great tragedies, from the losses of war to the devastation of the Grenfell Tower fire.
“We have heard so many sad stories of those affected by the pandemic, and all our thoughts and prayers are with them. Every person is valued and worthy of remembrance.
“We are all experiencing the devastating impacts of Covid-19 across the country and beyond.
“Remember Me is an opportunity to mourn every person we have lost to the effects of this terrible disease, an encouragement to offer compassion and support to those left behind, and an ongoing recognition of the impact of the pandemic on the UK.”
If you wish to make a contribution to the website in honour of a loved one, visit rememberme2020.uk


inews--2020-05-24--Snowpiercer: Netflix release date, cast and how the TV series will differ from Bong Joon-ho's movie

Snowpiercer : Netflix release date , cast and how the TV series will differ from Bong Joon-ho 's movie The original film was never released in the UK , but the story is being recreated for Netflix Bong Joon-ho is now an international name , having won Best Picture , Best Director and Best Original Screenplay for Parasite at this year 's Oscars .
But it was n't always this way .
Those in the know rave about his 2013 film , Snowpiercer , which starred Chris Evans , Tilda Swinton and Ed Harris , but it never even got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the story is getting its moment in the spotlight , thanks to a brand new Netflix series of the same name .
Bong is serving as a producer for the show , while Orphan Black 's Graeme Manson is the showrunner and Doctor Strange 's Scott Derrickson is among the executive producers .
The cast is also stuffed full of familiar faces .
When is Snowpiercer on Netflix ?
Instead , the first two episodes will drop on Monday 25 May , with one coming every Monday from then on .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and a second season has already been announced .
What is it about ?
After a climate-engineering attempt to halt global warming accidentally freezes the entire Earth , the last remaining humans live on board a train called the Snowpiercer , which circulates around the globe .
The class divide is one of the key themes of the story , which is based on the French graphic novel Le Transperceneige by Jacques Lob .
The Netflix synopsis says : `` Seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland , all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` 1,001 cars long , the Snowpiercer circles the globe endlessly , divided into classes , with the rich elites up front and impoverished 'tailies ' in the back .
`` Snowpiercer tells the story of what happens when those who have been oppressed their whole lives decide to resist , rise up , and revolt . ''
Daveed Diggs , who starred in the original Broadway production of Hamilton , plays lead character Layton Wells , a prisoner a the back of the train who becomes involved in a revolution against @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , A Beautiful Mind , Alita : Battle Angel ) stars opposite him as Melanie Cavill , who acts as the voice of the train , and is one of the upper class passengers .
She has a fascination with the `` tailies '' but does not hate them as some of her fellow wealthy passengers do .
Sean Bean is joining the cast for season two ( Photo : Getty )

Bong Joon-ho is now an international name, having won Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay for Parasite at this year’s Oscars.
But it wasn’t always this way. Those in the know rave about his 2013 film, Snowpiercer, which starred Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton and Ed Harris, but it never even got a UK release.
Now, however, the story is getting its moment in the spotlight, thanks to a brand new Netflix series of the same name.
Bong is serving as a producer for the show, while Orphan Black‘s Graeme Manson is the showrunner and Doctor Strange‘s Scott Derrickson is among the executive producers. The cast is also stuffed full of familiar faces.
Here is everything you need to know…
When is Snowpiercer on Netflix?
Unlike most Netflix shows, Snowpiercer‘s first season won’t all be released in one batch.
Instead, the first two episodes will drop on Monday 25 May, with one coming every Monday from then on.
There are 10 episodes in the first season, and a second season has already been announced.
What is it about?
The series follows a similar plot to the film, but with brand new characters with longer story arcs.
After a climate-engineering attempt to halt global warming accidentally freezes the entire Earth, the last remaining humans live on board a train called the Snowpiercer, which circulates around the globe.
The class divide is one of the key themes of the story, which is based on the French graphic novel Le Transperceneige by Jacques Lob.
The Netflix synopsis says: “Seven years after the world has become a frozen wasteland, all remaining life lives aboard the massive Snowpiercer.
“1,001 cars long, the Snowpiercer circles the globe endlessly, divided into classes, with the rich elites up front and impoverished ‘tailies’ in the back.
“Snowpiercer tells the story of what happens when those who have been oppressed their whole lives decide to resist, rise up, and revolt.”
Who’s in the cast?
Daveed Diggs, who starred in the original Broadway production of Hamilton, plays lead character Layton Wells, a prisoner a the back of the train who becomes involved in a revolution against the front.
Jennifer Connolly (Labyrinth, A Beautiful Mind, Alita: Battle Angel) stars opposite him as Melanie Cavill, who acts as the voice of the train, and is one of the upper class passengers. She has a fascination with the “tailies” but does not hate them as some of her fellow wealthy passengers do.
Sasha Frolova (The OA, Little Women) plays Pixie Aariak, a mysterious woman who returns to the front of the train from the prison.
Alison Wright (The Americans) is Lilah Anderson, who lives in the fourth-class section, while Annalise Basso (The Red Road) plays her daughter LJ.
Also among the cast are Mickey Summer (Battle of the Sexes), Benjamin Haigh (The Conjuring 2), Roberto Urbina (Narcos), Katie McGuinness (The Borgias), Susan Park (Fresh Off the Boat), Lena Hall (Kinky Boots) and Sheila Vand (Argo).
Game of Thrones and Lord of the Rings star Sean Bean had already been confirmed to be joining the cast for season two, adding more firepower to an already strong line-up.


inews--2020-05-24--Plant ‘probiotics’ could keep soil healthy and pests at bay without pesticides

Plant ‘ probiotics ’ could keep soil healthy and pests at bay without pesticides Scientists from the University of Sheffield believe ‘ good ’ bacteria can boost plant health , in much the same way as gut bacteria in humans Much like humans , plants could benefit from ‘ probiotics ’ to help fight off pests and diseases , scientists from the University of Sheffield believe .
Giving plants a boost of ‘ good ’ bacteria could cut down on the amount of chemicals needed for growing crops , the scientists hope .
The Sheffield team has launched a £1.5m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interact with the root systems of tomato plants , in order to develop plant versions of probiotic drinks that provide a booster dose of good bacteria .
Their findings may prove particularly useful for hydroponic growing , where plants are grown in sterile conditions without soil , in vast greenhouses .
If pests or diseases penetrate hydroponic systems , they can cause extensive damage .
“ Scientists have learned a lot in recent years about how beneficial bacteria in our guts keep us healthy – and we believe the same is true for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , principal investigator of the study .
“ By investigating how tomato plants interact with good bacteria in the soil through their roots , we hope to be able to develop plant probiotics to boost their immune systems and help them fight diseases without the need for harmful pesticides.
” The team from Sheffield use discarded mattresses to make 'soil ' ( Photo : University of Sheffield ) Policymakers are keen to curb the volume of chemicals sprayed on crops throughout the UK and Europe , in light of growing concern they are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health .
Sheffield scientists have already developed foam soils made from old mattresses .
This method of crop growing uses up to 80 per cent less water than planting into soil , the scientists claimed , and can nurture up to ten times the amount of produce .
Combining this foam soil technology with plant probiotics could create “ ideal growing conditions ” for year-round production of tomatoes , herbs , soft fruits and other produce , the team said .
“ Coupled with our synthetic foam soils , this completely new approach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sustainable fruits and vegetables out of season and in the urban areas where most people live , ” Professor Cameron said .

Much like humans, plants could benefit from ‘probiotics’ to help fight off pests and diseases, scientists from the University of Sheffield believe.
Giving plants a boost of ‘good’ bacteria could cut down on the amount of chemicals needed for growing crops, the scientists hope.
The Sheffield team has launched a £1.5m research project to better understand how microbes interact with the root systems of tomato plants, in order to develop plant versions of probiotic drinks that provide a booster dose of good bacteria.
Their findings may prove particularly useful for hydroponic growing, where plants are grown in sterile conditions without soil, in vast greenhouses. If pests or diseases penetrate hydroponic systems, they can cause extensive damage.
“Scientists have learned a lot in recent years about how beneficial bacteria in our guts keep us healthy – and we believe the same is true for plants,” explained Professor Duncan Cameron, principal investigator of the study.
“By investigating how tomato plants interact with good bacteria in the soil through their roots, we hope to be able to develop plant probiotics to boost their immune systems and help them fight diseases without the need for harmful pesticides.”
Foam soils
Policymakers are keen to curb the volume of chemicals sprayed on crops throughout the UK and Europe, in light of growing concern they are wiping out insect populations and depleting soil health.
Sheffield scientists have already developed foam soils made from old mattresses. This method of crop growing uses up to 80 per cent less water than planting into soil, the scientists claimed, and can nurture up to ten times the amount of produce.
Combining this foam soil technology with plant probiotics could create “ideal growing conditions” for year-round production of tomatoes, herbs, soft fruits and other produce, the team said.
“Coupled with our synthetic foam soils, this completely new approach could help farmers to grow healthy and sustainable fruits and vegetables out of season and in the urban areas where most people live,” Professor Cameron said.


inews--2020-05-24--Prince Charles: 'I love being a classical music DJ at weddings'

Speaking to Alan Titchmarsh for a special Classic FM programme celebrating his life-long love of classical music , the Prince said he helped Prince William curate the musical choices for his 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton .
Charles said : “ I love trying to organise some interesting , I hope , pieces of music for certain occasions…particularly for weddings if people want.
” “ I know my eldest son was quite understanding and was perfectly happy for me to suggest a few pieces for their wedding . ''
`` I hope that gave some people pleasure , but it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great occasions like that and why not suggest a few pieces occasionally ?
Anyway , so I do enjoy it , I do enjoy it.
” Including Richard Wagner ’ s Siegfried Idyll in his Classic FM selections , Prince Charles told how his evangelism caused one of his police protection officers to become a fan of the composer .
“ The person I had with me at the time long ago had never heard Wagner before in his life , but because I played it on various occasions in the car , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to love it so much that he then became a Wagner fan , having never heard it before and presumably having also thought , ‘ Well , it ’ s not for me.
’ ” The Prince , patron of the Royal Opera House , said he “ loved going there more than anything since I was seven years old ” but “ they 're in terrible difficulties of course , because how are they going to be able to restart ?
” He added : “ It is a very expensive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ crucial because it has such a worldwide impact and our reputation in this country with music and the quality of music and singing and everything else , is very high . ''
`` So we have to find a way to make sure these marvellous people and organisations can survive through all this .
”

Prince Charles has revealed his delight at being a “classical music DJ” at weddings.
Speaking to Alan Titchmarsh for a special Classic FM programme celebrating his life-long love of classical music, the Prince said he helped Prince William curate the musical choices for his 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton.
Charles said: “I love trying to organise some interesting, I hope, pieces of music for certain occasions…particularly for weddings if people want.”
Wills took Charles’ playlist
“I know my eldest son was quite understanding and was perfectly happy for me to suggest a few pieces for their wedding.”
“I hope that gave some people pleasure, but it’s rather fun having orchestras in for great occasions like that and why not suggest a few pieces occasionally? Anyway, so I do enjoy it, I do enjoy it.”
The 2011 Royal Wedding included pieces from Elgar, Benjamin Britten and Ralph Vaughan Williams.
The mix was praised for combining tradition with newly-commissioned pieces, striking a “romantic yet reverent” tone.
Wagner persuasion
Including Richard Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll in his Classic FM selections, Prince Charles told how his evangelism caused one of his police protection officers to become a fan of the composer.
“The person I had with me at the time long ago had never heard Wagner before in his life, but because I played it on various occasions in the car, he grew, can you believe it, to love it so much that he then became a Wagner fan, having never heard it before and presumably having also thought, ‘Well, it’s not for me.’”
Opera House fear
Prince Charles also warned that the Royal Opera House and Royal Ballet face a “desperate” fight for survival after the coronavirus shutdown.
The Prince, patron of the Royal Opera House, said he “loved going there more than anything since I was seven years old” but “they’re in terrible difficulties of course, because how are they going to be able to restart?”
He added: “It is a very expensive art form, but it’s crucial because it has such a worldwide impact and our reputation in this country with music and the quality of music and singing and everything else, is very high.”
“So we have to find a way to make sure these marvellous people and organisations can survive through all this.”
A Royal Appointment with the Prince of Wales, presented by Alan Titchmarsh, is on Classic FM on Monday 25 May at 8pm.
A second programme, presented solely by The Prince of Wales, is broadcast Tuesday at 8pm.


inews--2020-05-24--Sir Keir Starmer says Boris Johnson's defence of Dominic Cummings is an 'insult' to the sacrifies of

Sir Keir Starmer says Boris Johnson's defence of Dominic Cummings is an 'insult' to the sacrifies of the British people

Sir Keir Starmer says Boris Johnson 's defence of Dominic Cummings is an 'insult ' to the sacrifies of the British people Labour have called for an inquiry into lockdown movements of Boris Johnson 's chief advisor Boris Johnson ’ s defence of Dominic Cummings is an “ insult ” to the sacrifices made by Britons during the Covid-19 lockdown , Sir Keir Starmer said .
Sir Keir said : “ This was a test of the Prime Minister and he has failed it .
It is an insult to sacrifices made by the British people that Boris Johnson has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cummings .
The public will be forgiven for thinking there is one rule for the Prime Minister ’ s closest adviser and another for the British people .
“ The Prime Minister ’ s actions have undermined confidence in his own public health message at this crucial time .
Millions were watching for answers and they got nothing .
That ’ s why the Cabinet Secretary must now launch an urgent inquiry.
” Chief Advisor to Prime Minister Boris Johnson , Dominic Cummings pictured on Sunday .
( Photo by Peter Summers/Getty Images @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sedwill , the Cabinet Secretary , saying it is “ vital ” the Government can reassure the public that one of its most senior figures has been following “ the same rules as everyone else ” .
`` Families across all parts of the country have struggled through lockdown , without the ability to call on friends and family for childcare.
” The SNP ’ s Westminster leader Ian Blackford said Mr Johnson had “ thrown public health advice and the solidarity and sacrifice of millions to the wind ” .
Scottish National @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blackford has called for an investigation ( Photo : NIKLAS HALLE ' N/AFP via Getty Images ) He added : “ Boris Johnson ’ s breathtaking arrogance sends out the message that there is one rule for the Tory government and another for the rest of us .
“ He is trying to take the public for fools , but I have no doubt that people will see right through it . ''
A tweet appeared on the official UK Civil Service twitter feed shortly after Mr Johnson gave his Downing Street briefing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offensive .
Can you imagine having to work with these truth twisters ?
” Senior Conservatives also broke ranks to criticise Mr Johnson .
Veteran Tory MP Sir Roger Gale said he was “ very disappointed ” with the Prime Minister ’ s decision .
He added : “ I fear that now the story is simply going to run and run.
” David Warburton , the Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome , tweeted : “ As much as I despise any baying pitchfork-led trials by social media , I ’ m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Cummings .
”

Boris Johnson’s defence of Dominic Cummings is an “insult” to the sacrifices made by Britons during the Covid-19 lockdown, Sir Keir Starmer said.
Labour has called for an inquiry into the chief aide’s lockdown movements.
Sir Keir said: “This was a test of the Prime Minister and he has failed it. It is an insult to sacrifices made by the British people that Boris Johnson has chosen to take no action against Dominic Cummings. The public will be forgiven for thinking there is one rule for the Prime Minister’s closest adviser and another for the British people.
“The Prime Minister’s actions have undermined confidence in his own public health message at this crucial time. Millions were watching for answers and they got nothing. That’s why the Cabinet Secretary must now launch an urgent inquiry.”
Calls for public inquiry
Labour have written to Sir Mark Sedwill, the Cabinet Secretary, saying it is “vital” the Government can reassure the public that one of its most senior figures has been following “the same rules as everyone else”.
“Families across all parts of the country have struggled through lockdown, without the ability to call on friends and family for childcare.”
Mr Johnson’s decision to save Mr Cummings’s job caused widespread anger on Sunday night.
The SNP’s Westminster leader Ian Blackford said Mr Johnson had “thrown public health advice and the solidarity and sacrifice of millions to the wind”.
He added: “Boris Johnson’s breathtaking arrogance sends out the message that there is one rule for the Tory government and another for the rest of us.
“He is trying to take the public for fools, but I have no doubt that people will see right through it.”
A tweet appeared on the official UK Civil Service twitter feed shortly after Mr Johnson gave his Downing Street briefing, which read: “Arrogant and offensive. Can you imagine having to work with these truth twisters?”
It was quickly deleted after it received nearly 22,000 likes and 16,000 retweets.
Tories turn on Cummings
Senior Conservatives also broke ranks to criticise Mr Johnson. Veteran Tory MP Sir Roger Gale said he was “very disappointed” with the Prime Minister’s decision. He added: “I fear that now the story is simply going to run and run.”
David Warburton, the Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome, tweeted: “As much as I despise any baying pitchfork-led trials by social media, I’m unconvinced by the PM’s defence of Cummings.”
Tim Montgomerie, a former adviser to Boris Johnson, tweeted: “Tonight, I’m really embarrassed to have ever backed Boris Johnson to high office.”
He told Sky News: “I’m afraid this Government is like a ship with a massive hole in the bottom leaking water at a massive rate. I’m afraid the Prime Minister has put a bigger hole in the boat.”