inews--2020-06-07--How to make a face mask: What to do when making coronavirus masks at home - and how to wear them

How to make a face mask : What to do when making coronavirus masks at home - and how to wear them Face masks have become a much more common sight in the UK and now they are advised by the government The UK government has now stated that it will be compulsory to wear a face mask on public transport from 15 June .
Previously the advice was for people to wear face coverings when going out in public in situations where social distancing measures might be hard to maintain , for example shops .
That guidance is still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rule about public transport .
Now that the public are being told to wear face masks , and the new rules for transport are coming in soon , many shops have already sold out .
So where can you still get face masks — 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 Centre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
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 .
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 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a face mask , using 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 reasons given were that on public transport , as more people go back to work , `` people may be more likely to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time where we no there is a greater risk of the spread of the virus '' .
Officials suggested that was different to shops , because people can more easily go outside if social distancing is n't possible , or shop owners can limit the number of people inside at the same time .

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--2020-06-07--UK Black Lives Matter protests: What happened in London protest, and other George Floyd events

UK Black Lives Matter protests : What happened in London protest , and other George Floyd events Black Lives Matter organisers in London think the upcoming demonstrations are expected to be the largest ever seen by the movement in the UK People participate in a Black Lives Matter protest rally outside the St George 's Hall in Liverpool , in memory of George Floyd who was killed on May 25 while in police custody in the US city of Minneapolis ( Photo : PA ) Where and when are the protests ?
In an impassioned speech , Star Wars actor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about innocent people who were halfway through their process , we do n't know what George Floyd could have achieved , we do n't know what Sandra Bland could have achieved , but today we 're going to make sure that wo n't be an alien thought to our young ones . ''
What are the current coronavirus travel restrictions ?
A march at Trafalgar Square to protest the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis ( Photo by Hollie Adams/Getty Images ) “ We need to find ways of allowing people to make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ points that many of us want to be made and to be heard right now , but to do so in a way that is safe and is not putting people protesting or wider communities at risk.
” You can also write to your local MP , to demand the UK takes a stand against police brutality and racism , using this email template ; to demand the suspension of UK exportation of crowd control weapons to the US , using this email template ; and to ask them to support further investigation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this email template .

As demonstrations continue around the world over the murder of 46-year old African American George Floyd, who died at the hands of a white police officer in Minneapolis on Monday 25 May, thousands of people have protested in solidarity in the UK.
Cities including London, Liverpool, Cardiff and Manchester have witnessed protestors taking to the streets to highlight systemic racism in the UK, and the brutality of police forces, after Mr Floyd died from “asphyxiation from sustained pressure” when the Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin knelt on his neck for over eight minutes.
On 3 June, Mr Chauvin was charged with second-degree murder, and the three other officers at the scene – Thomas Lane, J Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao – were charged for the first time with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
On Wednesday the Star Wars actor John Boyega joined thousands of protestors in a march from Hyde Park in central London organised by the anti-racist campaign group Black Lives Matter, with protestors chanting “no justice, no peace” as they took part.
Most of the protestors were aged under 30 and carried handmade signs, calling out names of Mr Floyd and others in the UK such as Mark Duggan, who died at the hands of police, or victims of racial injustice including the murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence.
Similarly, on Sunday thousands of demonstrators gathered in Trafalgar Square for a “Kneel for Floyd” protest, while hundreds marched through Peckham and Brixton in south London on Monday.
Placards displayed statements such as “Racism has no place” and “I can’t breathe”, in reference to Mr Floyd’s final words as Mr Chauvin knelt on his neck.
Demonstrations have also taken place in Cardiff and Manchester, and in Ireland, thousands protested outside the US embassy in Dublin on Monday.
Here’s what you need to know about the Black Lives Matter protests happening during the upcoming week.
Where and when are the protests?
On Tuesday hundreds of people gathered outside St George’s Hall in Liverpool, and according to Black Lives Matter organisers in London, the upcoming demonstrations are expected to be the largest ever seen by the movement in the UK.
Stand Up to Racism (SUTR) organised a socially distanced protest for 6pm Wednesday 3 June, as part of a day of action against discrimination in response to the murder of Mr Floyd.
Britons were urged to “take a knee” on their doorsteps – the protest stance made famous by American football star Colin Kaepernick in opposition to police brutality, now synonymous with the Black Lives Matter movement.
Wherever you are, at 6pm on Wednesday 3 June, #TakeTheKnee +/ hold a sign on your doorstep to say #BlackLivesMatter, #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd The millions who stand against racism must be heard. Details: https://t.co/GXJ4eYHf6F#BlackLivesMatterUK #ICantBreathe pic.twitter.com/dT70RqPz0b — Stand Up To Racism (@AntiRacismDay) June 2, 2020
Alongside kneeling, protestors were asked to hold signs to say #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter , in solidarity with protestors in the US, and to highlight the disproportionate number of BAME deaths in the Covid-19 crisis in the UK.
A separate protest took place on Wednesday in London’s Hyde Park against the rights of black people being abused globally, with protestors asked to “stand with us” and to wear red.
Frankie Clarence, 28, one of the organisers, said: “I feel we are now in a period where voices don’t need to be voiceless any more.”
The family of Belly Mujinga, a black ticket office worker who died from Covid-19, also joined the protests, which concluded at Victoria Station, where she had worked.
In an impassioned speech, Star Wars actor John Boyega said: “Today is about innocent people who were halfway through their process, we don’t know what George Floyd could have achieved, we don’t know what Sandra Bland could have achieved, but today we’re going to make sure that won’t be an alien thought to our young ones.”
On Saturday 6 June, people will gather at Parliament Square from 1pm in “peaceful protests against police brutality in the UK and US”, and are advised to wear face masks and be socially distant.
Similarly on Sunday 7 June, a protest at 2pm near the US Embassy in London calls for “justice for the multiple black people who have been killed and harmed by the police.”
In Birmingham, a protest has been set for Thursday 4 June, starting at Victoria Square.
In Manchester, demonstrators will meet in Piccadilly Gardens, in the city centre, to show their opposition from 1pm on Saturday 6 June.
Additionally, for those staying in their homes, on Thursday 4 June Black Lives Matter are asking supporters to play Jimmy Cliff’s the Harder they Come at 7pm from their doorsteps, specifically to raise awareness that racism is a public health crisis.
What are the current coronavirus travel restrictions?
Certain lockdown measures may have been eased this week, but large gatherings are still banned, and on Tuesday Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon asked protesters to find an alternative to physical demonstrations.
Speaking at her daily briefing in Edinburgh, she said: “Large gatherings of people could pose a risk to health and indeed to life.
“We need to find ways of allowing people to make their voices heard and to make the points that many of us want to be made and to be heard right now, but to do so in a way that is safe and is not putting people protesting or wider communities at risk.”
The Met Police said its approach was to engage with protesters and encourage them to follow social distancing rules.
There were 23 arrests during protests at London’s Trafalgar Square on Sunday, at least three of which were for breach of Covid-19 legislation.
In response to last night’s protests in Liverpool, Merseyside Police said: “We recognise the right of people to demonstrate peacefully and express their views but would continue to remind people they should adhere to social distancing guidelines at all times.”
Writing on their Facebook page, Black Lives Matter UK said: “If you are going to a march or demo right now, please do be mindful of the pandemic and consider taking measures such as social distancing or wearing a mask.
“Many of us have lost acquaintances – Covid 19 is very real and unfortunately it’s not over yet. Be safe out there whatever you choose to do.”
Black Lives Matter are also asking those attending peaceful protests to try and self-isolate for 2 weeks to prevent the further spread of Covid-19, and are suggesting people don’t actually attend all the protests, as they could then act as a vector to spread coronavirus.
How can I support remotely?
For those unable to take to the streets, there are many ways to be a good ally to the black community.
Vogue have now published writer Mireille Cassandra Harper’s “10 Steps to Non-Optical Allyship” which outlines the key principles to be actively anti-racist.
A good place to start is to donate to any of the following initiatives: George Floyd’s Memorial Fund, Belly Mujinga’s Memorial Fund, Black Lives Matter, Black Minds Matter, Show Racism The Red Card, Black Visions Collective, The Stephen Lawrence Trust, Stop Hate UK, The Innocence Project, Liberty UK, Say Her Name, Reclaim the Block, Black Journalists Therapy Relief Fund, The Movement for Black Lives and Black Protest Legal Support UK.
You can also donate to The Bail Project, which provides funds to pay bail “to prevent incarceration and combat racial economic disparities in the bail system”.
You can sign Change.org’s ‘Justice for George Floyd‘ petition, which has already gathered over 10 million signatures, as well this petition demanding the police officers involved in his death are arrested and charged with second degree murder.
Sign this petition to demand the immediate arrest of the three officers who were present when Mr Chauvin kneeled on Mr Floyd’s neck.
You can also demand justice for Belly Mujinga, the railway worker who died from coronavirus after she was spat on by a man claiming to have Covid-19, by signing this petition.
Likewise, sign this petition to demand justice for Breonna Taylor, the black emergency medical technician who was fatally shot in her apartment by the Louisville Metro Police Department.
You can also write to your local MP, to demand the UK takes a stand against police brutality and racism, using this email template; to demand the suspension of UK exportation of crowd control weapons to the US, using this email template; and to ask them to support further investigation into Ms Mujinga’s death, using this email template.
You can find your local MP’s contact details here.


inews--2020-06-07--Inga Gehricke: What happened in case of missing German girl as Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Br

Inga Gehricke: What happened in case of missing German girl as Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner investigated

Inga Gehricke : What happened in case of missing German girl as Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brueckner investigated New suspect Christian Brueckner , a 43-year-old German man , is a convicted sex offender currently in prison in Germany Inga Gehricke vanished from a forest in Saxony-Anhalt near the German town of Stendal on May 2 2015 .
( Photo : PA ) A new suspect is being investigated in the Madeleine McCann case - and he is also being investigated over the disappearance of a five-year-old girl in Germany .
Christian Brueckner , a 43-year-old German man , is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Germany .
He is being investigated for Madeleine 's murder , and has also been linked to the disappearance of Inga Gehricke in Saxony-Anhalt in May 2015 , almost eight years to the day after Madeleine vanished from her parents ’ holiday apartment in Praia da Luz , Portugal , on 3 May 2007 .
The suspect , who has only been partially identified as Christian B by German media due to the country ’ s strict rules on naming criminals , reportedly had a property in the town of Neuwegersleben , around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A photo of Inga on the day of her disappearance ( Photo : Police Directorate Saxony-Anhalt North/PA Wire ) Brueckner allegedly confessed to his part in Madeleine ’ s disappearance to a friend as they watched a TV news report on the case in a German bar on the 10th anniversary of her disappearance .
Scotland Yard said his name was already known to its investigation , but he did not become a suspect until after information was received as a “ direct consequence ” of a 2017 appeal .
Madeleine McCann @ @ @ @ @ @ @ da Luz in 2007 ( Photo : PA Wire )

A new suspect is being investigated in the Madeleine McCann case – and he is also being investigated over the disappearance of a five-year-old girl in Germany.
Christian Brueckner, a 43-year-old German man, is a convicted sex offender currently in prison in Germany.
He is being investigated for Madeleine’s murder, and has also been linked to the disappearance of Inga Gehricke in Saxony-Anhalt in May 2015, almost eight years to the day after Madeleine vanished from her parents’ holiday apartment in Praia da Luz, Portugal, on 3 May 2007.
What happened to Inga Gehricke?
Inga disappeared from a forest during a family outing in Saxony-Anhalt on 2 May 2015.
The suspect, who has only been partially identified as Christian B by German media due to the country’s strict rules on naming criminals, reportedly had a property in the town of Neuwegersleben, around 45 miles from where she went missing.
According to German newspaper Magdeburg Volksstimme, police searched the Neuwegersleben property in 2016, but the line of inquiry was not pursued further. The newspaper said the suspect had a parking accident at a motorway service station in Helmstedt, 55 miles from where Inga lived, on the day before she disappeared. Police initially believed Inga had run into woodland to collect wood for a campfire. Detectives were on the scene that evening and the search expanded to include more than 1,000 officers. Police officers and volunteers searched the 3,500-hectare forest for four days using dogs, helicopters with thermal imaging cameras, searchlights and loud speakers, but no evidence was found. In a 2017 interview, Inga’s mother said: “My feeling tells me that she is still alive.”
Brueckner’s links to Madeleine McCann case
Brueckner allegedly confessed to his part in Madeleine’s disappearance to a friend as they watched a TV news report on the case in a German bar on the 10th anniversary of her disappearance.
Scotland Yard said his name was already known to its investigation, but he did not become a suspect until after information was received as a “direct consequence” of a 2017 appeal.


inews--2020-06-07--What is the R rate? Latest UK coronavirus figures explained, and what the number for each region mea

What is the R rate? Latest UK coronavirus figures explained, and what the number for each region means

What is the R rate ?
Latest UK coronavirus figures explained , and what the number for each region means The R rate has more than doubled in London , from 0.4 a few weeks ago to 0.95 now according to new data What is the R rate ?
A group of young people walk past a pub open for takeaways on Holland Park Avenue in west London on June 1 , 2020 , following the easing of the lockdown restrictions ( Photo : TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images ) The South West R number is exactly 1 , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infections there is `` relatively low '' .
Then in the South East , the R number is 0.97 , followed by London on 0.95 - which is a significant increase from its previous value of 0.4 - and in the East of England it 's 0.94 .
In the Midlands , the R number is at 0.9 , whereas in North East and Yorkshire - which previously had the highest R number - it 's 0.89 .
However , it 's important to remember there is a time lag in the calculations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to what was happening two to three weeks ago .
Advisers believe the prevalence of Covid-19 is on a “ downward trajectory ” , with figures from the Office for National Statistics showing there were 53,000 people with the disease in the past two weeks .
The analysis says : `` There is some evidence that Rt [ the R ] has risen in all regions and we believe that this is probably due to increasing mobility and mixing between households and in public and workplace settings .
`` There is evidence , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ whole of England , that the increases in the regional reproductive numbers may result in the decline in the national death rate being arrested by mid-June . ''
Cyclists stop with their bikes in the afternoon sunshine in Hyde Park , London , on May 19 , 2020 , following the relaxing of lockdown restrictions ( Photo : TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images ) Speaking to the Manchester Evening News , Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said : “ It ’ s very worrying .
It appears , I would say , that lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fact that ‘ track , test and trace ’ is some way from being up and running .
He added : “ I think it begs the question as to whether the advice is right to people in the North West.
” One crucial means of suppressing transmission is the NHS test and trace system , which seeks to track people down who have come into contact with an infected individual and tell them to isolate , but the system is not yet fully operational .

As the coronavirus lockdown is being eased across the UK, latest figures show the R number in England is estimated to be between 0.8 and 1, which is a marginal increase from last week when there was “a bit of regional variation”.
The government’s scientific advisers maintain the rate of coronavirus transmission has not breached the crucial value of one.
Last week Boris Johnson started to send pupils back to school, and outdoor gatherings of up to six people were allowed from Monday in England – although now the government has backtracked on it’s plan for schools to reopen before the summer holidays.
While the number of new infections appeared to be going down, government scientific advisers believe the R rate is between 0.8 and 1 in England in their latest estimate.
Last week the England’s chief medical officer, Chris Whitty, vetoed the government’s wish for the Covid-19 alert level to be lowered to level three.


inews--2020-06-07--Black Lives Matter: How to donate to anti-racism charities after George Floyd's death - and how else

Black Lives Matter: How to donate to anti-racism charities after George Floyd's death - and how else you can show support

Black Lives Matter : How to donate to anti-racism charities after George Floyd 's death - and how else you @ @ @ @ @ unable to take to the streets , there are still many ways to be a @ @ @ @ @ community Demonstrators hold up signs at Lafayette Park near the White House ( Photo : @ @ @ @ @ charities and funds can you donate to ?
People participate in a Black Lives Matter @ @ @ @ @ , Oxford , in memory of George Floyd ( Photo : PA ) Which UK @ @ @ @ @ donate to ?
Hundreds of protesters gather in Manhattan ’ s Foley Square to protest @ @ @ @ @ Floyd ( Photo : Spencer Platt/Getty Images ) How to show support if you ca @ @ @

Since the horrific murder of 46-year-old African American George Floyd on 25 May, citizens worldwide have taken to the streets.
Protesters gathered in Trafalgar Square on Sunday could be heard chanting ‘I can’t breathe’, the words Mr Floyd was filmed saying last Monday in Minneapolis as he died while being restrained by a police officer.
Thousands more joined protests across the country, from Cardiff, to Manchester, to Glasgow, while other gather again in Hyde Park today.
They were calling for justice for Mr Floyd as well as other victims of police brutality, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor.
Many are donating to anti-racism charities and funds, and there are lots of ways to show support even if you’re unable to attend the protests.
Here’s a roundup of some of the best ways to make a difference and be actively anti-racist.
What happened to George Floyd?
Mr Floyd, a 46-year-old unarmed black man, was killed in police custody last week after a white Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for almost nine minutes. He was recorded pleading with the officer, saying “I can’t breathe”.
Derek Chauvin, the officer seen kneeling on Mr Floyd’s neck, was charged on Friday with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter, but many have called for the additional three police officers involved to also be arrested and convicted.
Demonstrations have broken out across the US following the death of Mr Floyd, with more than 5,600 people are estimated to have been arrested since protests began.
The police have been accused of numerous incidents of of police brutality against people of colour during these protests.
Which US charities and funds can you donate to?
Here are some US-based initiatives to donate to:
George Floyd’s Memorial Fund is crowdfunding to cover Mr Floyd’s funeral and burial expenses, as well as mental and grief counseling, lodging and travel for all court proceedings, and to assist his family and children in their continuing fight for justice.
The The Minnesota Freedom Fund provides funds to pay bail for those protesting in Minnesota.
The Bail Project provides funds to pay bail for those who have been arrested during the protests, and you can split your donation between the 39 bail funds.
The Movement For Black Lives is a global initiative which aims to support Black organisations to conduct conversations about current political conditions.
The North Star Health Collective coordinates and provides healthcare services, resources and training to those protesting in Minnesota.
The Black Visions Creative centres its work to develop Minnesota’s emerging Black leadership to lead powerful campaigns.
Reclaim The Block is a grassroots organisation that works to provide the Minneapolis community with the resources they need to thrive.
Black Visions Collective aims to centre work in healing and transformative justice principles, intentionally develop their organisations core “DNA” to ensure sustainability, and develop Minnesota’s emerging black leadership to lead powerful campaigns.
Unicorn Riot supports journalists on the frontline.
The Innocence Project is committed to exonerating individuals who have been wrongly convicted
The Black Journalists Therapy Relief Fund provides financial assistance for black journalists facing financial hardship who are unable to pay for the mental health support they need during this time.
Say Her Name is a campaign run by The African American Policy Forum, an innovative think tank that connects academics, activists and policy-makers to promote efforts to dismantle structural inequality.
The Movement for Black Lives Fund supports Black-led rapid response efforts and long-term strategy, policy and infrastructure investments in the movement ecosystem.
Which UK charities and funds can you donate to?
There are also plenty of organisations tackling systemic racism within the UK:
Black Lives Matter UK are a coalition of black activists and organisers across the UK that started in 2016, they’ve currently raised over £160,000.
The the Black LGBTQIA Therapy Fund is fundraising for therapy sessions for black LGBTQIA+ persons aged 18+.
Belly Mujinga’s Memorial Fund is to fund her funeral; to give her the burial she deserves, so that her loved ones and the many whose lives she touched can visit her.
Black Minds Matter is fundraising to offer free therapy sessions for black individuals and families in the UK with certified, professional, black practitioners for sessions as soon as possible.
Black Protest Legal Support UK is a hub of Lawyers and legal advisors providing free legal advice and representation to UK Black Lives Matter activists and protesters.
Show Racism The Red Card is an anti-racism education charity which utilises the high profile of professional footballers as anti-racist role-models to combat racism in society.
The Stephen Lawrence Trust work with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds aged 13 to 30 to inspire and enable them to succeed in the career of their choice.
Stop Hate UK tackles hate crime and discrimination by working with local authorities.
Charity So White are a POC led campaign group seeking to tackle institutional racism in the charity sector.
The National Memorial Fund is the first permanent national resource of its kind specifically for those that are affected by deaths in custody.
The West Yorkshire Racial Justice Network brings together over thirty organisations and individuals from across the region to proactively promote racial justice.
UK Black Pride promotes unity and cooperation among LGBTQ people of diasporic communities in the UK, as well as their friends and families.
Liberty UK help challenge injustice, defend freedom and campaign to make sure everyone in the UK is treated fairly.
Gal-Dem is and online and print publication committed to sharing perspectives from women and non-binary people of colour.
Black Ballad is a UK based lifestyle platform that seeks to tell the human experience through eyes of black British women
Southall Black Sisters aim to highlight and challenge all forms gender-related violence against women, empowering them to gain more control over their lives.
The Black Curriculum is a social enterprise founded in 2019 by young people to address the lack of Black British history in the UK curriculum.
The Runnymede Trust is the UK’s leading independent race equality think tank, working to build a Britain in which all citizens and communities feel valued, enjoy equal opportunities, lead fulfilling lives, and share a common sense of belonging.
Race Equality First aims to provide support, advice, leadership and an influential voice for people who face discrimination, harassment, hate crime and disadvantage.
The Resourcing Racial Justice Fund is a coalition of people of colour (POC) innovators, change makers, activists, artists and social leaders dedicated to social change.
INQUEST combines specialist support for bereaved people following a state related death, with the influence to achieve change in legislation, policy & practice.
Kwanda is a ‘modern day collection pot’, investing in the development of grassroots black communities and initiatives.
Knights of are an independent and inclusive publishing house producing content for young audiences.
Kids Of Colour are a Manchester-based organisation exploring race, identity and culture, and challenging the everyday, institutionalised racism that shapes young people’s lives.
The Amos Bursery is programme that gets black boys into top level education and changes lives in the process.
The United Families & Friends Campaign is a coalition of those affected by deaths in police, prison, immigration and psychiatric custody.
How to show support if you can’t donate?


inews--2020-04-01--Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020: full line-up for Stand Up To Cancer series — and when it sta

Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020: full line-up for Stand Up To Cancer series — and when it starts on Channel 4

Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins cast 2020 : full line-up for Stand Up To Cancer series — and when it starts on Channel 4 Katie Price , Anthea Turner , Joey Essex , Brendan Cole and Lauren Steadman are all surrendering to Ant Middleton later this year SAS : Who Dares Wins is one of the hardest reality shows on TV , with army instructor Ant Middleton and other ex-Special Forces putting a group of amateurs through the intense training of the Special Air Service .
That wo n't stop a group of celebrities signing up to the charity version @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To Cancer and due on Channel 4 later this year .
Ant Middleton is the former recruit in charge of the celeb 's training ( Photo : Channel 4 ) When is Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins 2020 on ?
The last celebrity edition of SAS Who Dares Wins was on in May 2019 , so we can perhaps expect to see it at a similar time this year .
Who is in the celebrity cast ?
Katie Price is one of the 12 celebs appearing on this year 's special SAS Who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) She has a history of incredible feats , having raised money for Sport Relief in 2012 by becoming the first person to reach the South Pole on a bike and is only the second woman to ever finish the 78-mile Namibian ultra marathon .
Former Strictly professional Brendan Cole fancies his chances in Scotland ( Photo : BBC ) Paralympian Lauren Steadman reached the semi-finals of Strictly in 2018 ( Photo : Getty )

SAS: Who Dares Wins is one of the hardest reality shows on TV, with army instructor Ant Middleton and other ex-Special Forces putting a group of amateurs through the intense training of the Special Air Service.
That hasn’t stopped a group of celebrities signing up to the charity version though, now airing on Channel 4.
Ant’s usual trainers Foxy, Billy and Ollie are on hand to put the stars through their paces, and this year they’re joined by a new face, Jay.
Here’s everything we know about the new series and the full line up of celebs…
When is Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins 2020 on?
The new series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins kicked Monday 20 April at 9.00pm on Channel 4, and airs in the same slot in the following weeks.
Who is in the celebrity cast?
There are twelve brave celebs signed up to this year’s show, including:
Katie Price
Model, author, media personality and sometime singer formally known as Jordan.
Joey Essex
Former Towie cast member and regular guest on reality shows – he’s appeared on Celebs Go Dating, I’m A Celeb, The Jump and Celebrity MasterChef.
Anthea Turner
TV presenter best known as a former presenter of both Blue Peter and GMTV.
Helen Skelton
Another face from Blue Peter, Skelton now presents Digging Up Britain’s Past and Countryfile.
She has a history of incredible feats, having raised money for Sport Relief in 2012 by becoming the first person to reach the South Pole on a bike and is only the second woman to ever finish the 78-mile Namibian ultra marathon.
Brendan Cole
Former Strictly star and professional ball dancer, Cole also appeared as a contestant on the first ever Love Island in 2006.
John Fashanu
Former Aston Villa and Wimbledon centre-forward, Fashanu is now the host of Deal or No Deal Nigeria.
Nikki Sanderson
She played Candice on Coronation Street, but now holds the role of Maxine on Hollyoaks.
Jack Maynard
A vlogger and YouTuber, perhaps best known for being the brother of singer Conor Maynard.
Lauren Steadman
Paralympic swimmer and paratriathlete who reached the semi-final of Strictly in 2018.
Locksmith
Rudimental DJ who is also known for his workout videos on Instagram.
Yasmin Evans
Another DJ, this time on BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Tony Bellew
Former professional boxer and WBC cruiserweight champion shouldn’t have any difficulties with the physical element of the show.


inews--2020-04-01--Coronavirus: Wholesale electricity prices down to record low as demand slumps

Coronavirus : Wholesale electricity prices down to record low as demand slumps It now costs just £28 to power 2,000 homes for an hour Power prices were already low thanks to an oversupply of cheap gas and a mild winter , even before the coronavirus prompted the Government to shut down pubs , restaurants , shops and factories .
When Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced mandatory social distancing measures on 23 March , power demand dropped by 10 per cent almost overnight , according to management consultants BCG and market analytics firm Aurora Energy Research .
The rapid drop in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to a decade low of £28 per megawatt hour ( MWh ) .
One MWh of electricity is roughly enough to power 2,000 homes for an hour .
The trend has replicated across Europe as factories , shops and offices shuttered and workers stayed home in an effort to slow the spread of the virus .
In Italy , power demand has dropped by 20 per cent .
“ Already from the beginning of the year wholesale electricity prices were lower due to global dynamics on oil and gas markets , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ The coronavirus has exacerbated that impact on wholesale power prices.
” Consumers might not see an impact on bills for months ( Photo : Oli Scarff/Getty ) But it is too early for any savings to be passed on to consumers , Mr Chow-Kamitsch warned .
Many electricity suppliers will have agreed a power price in advance for the next six , eight or even 12 months ’ worth of electricity , so it would not be until summer that lower wholesale prices might be reflected in consumer bills , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ] is likely going to lower during this period due to the lockdowns , so that ’ s fewer customers for suppliers , ” he said .
“ And as people start getting behind on bills there will be more collection issues that suppliers will experience .
So trading for suppliers will be challenging for those reasons , which translates into more overhead costs for the remaining consumers.
” Yet if prices aren ’ t set to go down dramatically , they are at least unlikely to go up .
Low demand coupled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ofgem last year should prevent any significant price hike , he said .

Wholesale electricity prices across Great Britain have fallen to their lowest level for a decade, as power demand slumped under tougher social distancing measures.
Power prices were already low thanks to an oversupply of cheap gas and a mild winter, even before the coronavirus prompted the Government to shut down pubs, restaurants, shops and factories.
Shutdown cuts demand
When Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced mandatory social distancing measures on 23 March, power demand dropped by 10 per cent almost overnight, according to management consultants BCG and market analytics firm Aurora Energy Research.
The rapid drop in demand pushed power prices down even further, to a decade low of £28 per megawatt hour (MWh). One MWh of electricity is roughly enough to power 2,000 homes for an hour.
The trend has replicated across Europe as factories, shops and offices shuttered and workers stayed home in an effort to slow the spread of the virus. In Italy, power demand has dropped by 20 per cent.
“Already from the beginning of the year wholesale electricity prices were lower due to global dynamics on oil and gas markets,” Aurora’s Felix Chow-Kambitsch told i. “The coronavirus has exacerbated that impact on wholesale power prices.”
Consumer bills
But it is too early for any savings to be passed on to consumers, Mr Chow-Kamitsch warned. Many electricity suppliers will have agreed a power price in advance for the next six, eight or even 12 months’ worth of electricity, so it would not be until summer that lower wholesale prices might be reflected in consumer bills, he said.
Market turbulence could scupper any chance of savings altogether. Electricity suppliers are facing a challenging few months, Mr Chow-Kambitsch warned.
“Demand [for power] is likely going to lower during this period due to the lockdowns, so that’s fewer customers for suppliers,” he said. “And as people start getting behind on bills there will be more collection issues that suppliers will experience. So trading for suppliers will be challenging for those reasons, which translates into more overhead costs for the remaining consumers.”
Yet if prices aren’t set to go down dramatically, they are at least unlikely to go up. Low demand coupled with the energy price cap introduced by Ofgem last year should prevent any significant price hike, he said.


inews--2020-04-01--In My Skin, BBC One, review: Welsh school comedy is an absolute joy

In My Skin , BBC One , review : Welsh school comedy is an absolute joy Sixteen-year-old Bethan is living a double life in this hilarious , heart-wrenching tale set at a school in Wales Gabrielle Creevy ( right ) and Jo Hartley in BBC comedy In My Skin ( Photo : BBC Three ) In My Skin , BBC One , 10.45pm ★★★★ In My Skin , a BBC Three comedy moved across to BBC One , initially pretended to be something that it really isn ’ t .
Much like 16-year-old Bethan ( Gabrielle Creevy ) , in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drinking and popping pills after school in a Welsh town with her two best friends , Lydia ( Poppy Lee Friar ) and Travis ( James Wilbraham ) .
Nicely done but , hey , haven ’ t we seen this all before ?
It was only when Bethan got home and threw away the pill ( “ Drugs are for mugs .
Some crusty old dick said that but I ’ m inclined to agree ” ) that we realised there was more going on .
Bethan ’ s mother ( Jo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has kept from her friends .
She sent them a text claiming that her mother was on her case about the drinking – normal…everything is normal – when her mother was actually washing the car in the middle of the night , soon to be sectioned .
What is it that forces us to hide the things that matter most ?
I felt like screaming at Bethan that her friends would understand .
Big , important questions about family and friendship and loyalty have been wrapped up by writer Kayleigh Llewellyn in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When Bethan ’ s PE teacher asked her why she should turn up on time if Bethan couldn ’ t be bothered to , the teenager shot back : “ Because you ’ re the one getting paid.
” An absolute joy .

In My Skin, BBC One, 10.45pm ★★★★
In My Skin, a BBC Three comedy moved across to BBC One, initially pretended to be something that it really isn’t. Much like 16-year-old Bethan (Gabrielle Creevy), in fact. The opening scenes showed Bethan drinking and popping pills after school in a Welsh town with her two best friends, Lydia (Poppy Lee Friar) and Travis (James Wilbraham). Nicely done but, hey, haven’t we seen this all before?
It was only when Bethan got home and threw away the pill (“Drugs are for mugs. Some crusty old dick said that but I’m inclined to agree”) that we realised there was more going on.
Bethan’s mother (Jo Hartley) is bipolar, something Bethan has kept from her friends. She sent them a text claiming that her mother was on her case about the drinking – normal…everything is normal – when her mother was actually washing the car in the middle of the night, soon to be sectioned.
What is it that forces us to hide the things that matter most? I felt like screaming at Bethan that her friends would understand.
Big, important questions about family and friendship and loyalty have been wrapped up by writer Kayleigh Llewellyn in a beautiful script, full of wonderful one-liners. When Bethan’s PE teacher asked her why she should turn up on time if Bethan couldn’t be bothered to, the teenager shot back: “Because you’re the one getting paid.” An absolute joy.


inews--2020-04-01--Jeremy Corbyn changed politics despite leading Labour to two general election defeats

Jeremy Corbyn changed politics despite leading Labour to two general election defeats The Labour leader will leave office this week as his successor is elected by party activists Jeremy Corbyn stood as Labour leader only because it was his turn : his closest allies in the socialist campaign group of Labour MPs , the likes of John McDonnell and Diane Abbott , had already had a go at it and failed dismally .
The unlikely contender drew hundreds of thousands of new members to the party as he made the case for a strident left-wing platform , which would give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the results were counted , he won in a landslide .
It soon became clear that running the Labour party would be tougher than winning the leadership .
After 32 years in Parliament but with no frontbench experience , Mr Corbyn made a series of avoidable blunders in his first few months : forgetting to appoint any women to his top team , reading out the note `` strong message here '' in the middle of his party conference speech , and fumbling at Prime Minister 's Questions against the experienced David Cameron @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a meeting with EU officials - the party must now find deal with questions Jeremy Corbyn left unanswered ( Photo : Getty ) Despite his mandate from Labour members , Mr Corbyn did not have the trust of his own MPs .
Matters came to a head in June 2016 , when dozens of shadow ministers resigned - including his likely successor , Keir Starmer - and called for the leader to go .
He was trounced in a vote of confidence , but defied the critics who insisted he must resign .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and beat him by an even bigger margin than the previous summer .
He promoted key lieutenants such as Ms Abbott , Emily Thornberry and Rebecca Long-Bailey so that he finally had a shadow Cabinet which was genuinely loyal .
The leader also moved to take charge of the levers of power within Labour , helping supporters take key positions on previously obscure committees which left the parliamentary party as the last section of Labour not dominated by the left .
Over the course of the 2017 election campaign , it became @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's low ratings so far was simply because much of the country did not know much about him .
His personal popularity shot up as Labour closed the gap with the Conservatives .
He toured the UK addressing huge rallies chanting `` Oh , Jeremy Corbyn ! ''
The Prime Minister 's authority was shattered .
Labour immediately pushed for a second election , and Mr Corbyn looked to be on the brink of power .
Even his rebellious MPs were relatively united ; some concluded they were wrong to assume he would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Corbyn on the night of the 2019 general election ( Photo : Leon Neal/Getty ) Now it was the Conservatives who were bitterly divided .
Mr Corbyn made the most of it as Mrs May struggled to push her Brexit plans through ; his shadow Cabinet worked closely with other parties , and with rebel Tories , to defeat the Government time and again .
Meanwhile the Labour leadership was working on an even more radical basket of policies after its 2017 offering had proven surprisingly popular .
Mr Corbyn had already vowed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Royal Mail ; now he would add energy firms and internet suppliers , with all households getting free broadband .
He had promised to scrap tuition fees , winning over thousands of young people ; now he pledged to refund women hit by changes to the state pension age , in bid to appeal to retirees .
When the general election came , Labour was confident that its new manifesto would allow it to climb in the polls just as it did two years earlier .
This time , it did not work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of seats since 1935 , and Mr Corbyn had to resign .
While his allies blamed Brexit , the numbers appear to show that the leader himself was a major problem .
Mr Corbyn 's approval ratings never rose above -30 during the campaign .
The last time he recorded a net favourable score was December 2017 : it looked as though the more the country saw of him , and the closer he got to wielding real power , the less voters liked him .
The irony is that at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ political career ends in failure , many of his ideas are thriving .
The Conservatives have junked austerity and poured money into the public services .
Although his preferred candidate , Ms Long-Bailey , looks likely to fall short , all the contenders to be the next Labour leader have pledged to keep the vast majority of his agenda intact .

Jeremy Corbyn stood as Labour leader only because it was his turn: his closest allies in the socialist campaign group of Labour MPs, the likes of John McDonnell and Diane Abbott, had already had a go at it and failed dismally.
He was the 100/1 outsider to replace Ed Miliband, having snuck on to the ballot thanks to the signature of MPs who agreed to nominate him only to “broaden the debate”.
Surprise win
Over the summer of 2015, Mr Corbyn moved from rank outsider to runaway favourite. Mr Miliband had spent five years putting forward a cautious policy agenda, worried that tacking too far to the left would alienate voters. But his cautious approach left many Labour activists demoralised – and Mr Corbyn energised them.
The unlikely contender drew hundreds of thousands of new members to the party as he made the case for a strident left-wing platform, which would give no ground to the Conservatives. When the results were counted, he won in a landslide.
It soon became clear that running the Labour party would be tougher than winning the leadership. After 32 years in Parliament but with no frontbench experience, Mr Corbyn made a series of avoidable blunders in his first few months: forgetting to appoint any women to his top team, reading out the note “strong message here” in the middle of his party conference speech, and fumbling at Prime Minister’s Questions against the experienced David Cameron.
Clashes with MPs
Despite his mandate from Labour members, Mr Corbyn did not have the trust of his own MPs. Matters came to a head in June 2016, when dozens of shadow ministers resigned – including his likely successor, Keir Starmer – and called for the leader to go.
He was trounced in a vote of confidence, but defied the critics who insisted he must resign. Mr Corbyn took on challenger Owen Smith, and beat him by an even bigger margin than the previous summer. He promoted key lieutenants such as Ms Abbott, Emily Thornberry and Rebecca Long-Bailey so that he finally had a shadow Cabinet which was genuinely loyal.
The leader also moved to take charge of the levers of power within Labour, helping supporters take key positions on previously obscure committees which left the parliamentary party as the last section of Labour not dominated by the left.
Election glory
Control of the party still did not translate into national popularity. Theresa May held a 20-point lead in many opinion polls – lulling her into a false sense of security. She called a snap election, hoping to boost her meagre majority.
Over the course of the 2017 election campaign, it became clear that one reason for Mr Corbyn’s low ratings so far was simply because much of the country did not know much about him. His personal popularity shot up as Labour closed the gap with the Conservatives. He toured the UK addressing huge rallies chanting “Oh, Jeremy Corbyn!”
Mrs May’s gamble was a disaster for her, and a triumph for Labour. Although he failed to surpass the Tories Mr Corbyn denied them a majority, winning 30 extra seats.
The Prime Minister’s authority was shattered. Labour immediately pushed for a second election, and Mr Corbyn looked to be on the brink of power. Even his rebellious MPs were relatively united; some concluded they were wrong to assume he would be electoral poison all along.
Policy platform
Now it was the Conservatives who were bitterly divided. Mr Corbyn made the most of it as Mrs May struggled to push her Brexit plans through; his shadow Cabinet worked closely with other parties, and with rebel Tories, to defeat the Government time and again.
Meanwhile the Labour leadership was working on an even more radical basket of policies after its 2017 offering had proven surprisingly popular. Mr Corbyn had already vowed to nationalise rail, water and the Royal Mail; now he would add energy firms and internet suppliers, with all households getting free broadband. He had promised to scrap tuition fees, winning over thousands of young people; now he pledged to refund women hit by changes to the state pension age, in bid to appeal to retirees.
Labour would spend an extra £80bn a year. The leader calculated that the British public had tired of a decade of austerity, no longer worried about increasing public worrying, and was ready for a large increase in the size of the state.
Endgame
When Mrs May resigned, to be replaced by Boris Johnson, Mr Corbyn saw his opportunity. The new Prime Minister faced fierce opposition from his back benches, and endured a chaotic first few months in the job.
When the general election came, Labour was confident that its new manifesto would allow it to climb in the polls just as it did two years earlier. This time, it did not work. The party slumped to its lowest number of seats since 1935, and Mr Corbyn had to resign. While his allies blamed Brexit, the numbers appear to show that the leader himself was a major problem.
Mr Corbyn’s approval ratings never rose above -30 during the campaign. The last time he recorded a net favourable score was December 2017: it looked as though the more the country saw of him, and the closer he got to wielding real power, the less voters liked him.
The irony is that at the same time as Mr Corbyn’s frontline political career ends in failure, many of his ideas are thriving. The Conservatives have junked austerity and poured money into the public services. Although his preferred candidate, Ms Long-Bailey, looks likely to fall short, all the contenders to be the next Labour leader have pledged to keep the vast majority of his agenda intact.
He was never destined to be Prime Minister, but Jeremy Corbyn has nonetheless left politics with a redder tinge.


inews--2020-04-01--How Labour's anti-Semitism scandal will taint Jeremy Corbyn's legacy

As Jeremy Corbyn prepares to leave office , he will always face a black mark against his leadership Almost from the start , there were claims that he was too slow to act against some of his followers who were spreading anti-Jewish racism .
In 2016 , high-profile figures on the Labour left including Ken Livingstone were suspended from the party over anti-Semitism and Mr Corbyn called an inquiry .
The report was widely seen as a whitewash , not least because its supposedly independent author Shami Chakrabarti was made a Labour peer shortly afterwards .
The crisis came to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MPs joined an `` enough is enough '' protest in Parliament Square in anger at the leader 's handling of events .
Over that year new details of Mr Corbyn 's own record emerged , including his defence of an anti-Semitic mural which was removed by a London council and a quip about `` Zionists '' not understanding `` English irony '' .
Jeremy Corbyn on the day he became Labour leader in September 2015 ( Photo : Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Labour was then gripped by a row over whether to adopt in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance , strongly supported by most Jewish groups but opposed by some pro-Palestine activists who believe it could prevent criticism of Israel .
In his last year as leader , Mr Corbyn stepped up attempts to expel anti-Semites and repeatedly apologised for the scandal .
But it was seen as too little , too late by much of the Jewish community - including three MPs of Jewish origins who left the party altogether after being hounded out by racist activists .
The crisis became an election issue when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ denounced the Labour leader in an unprecedented intervention which shocked the political world and appeared to have swayed some voters .
Although Jeremy Corbyn was elected Labour leader in 2015 , his hold on power seemed tenuous thanks to the enmity of his MPs .
But when they finally broke against him , he won a decisive victory with 62 per cent of members backing him , proof that his position was secure no matter what the parliamentary party thought .
The general election of 2017 , where Mr Corbyn denied Theresa May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of No 10 , came as a shock to most commentators and suggested that the audience for a radical left-wing message and unorthodox leadership style was much larger than most had assumed .
Throughout 2019 , Labour could simply sit back and watch the Conservatives tear themselves apart .
The Tories descended into chaos , first under Theresa May and then after Boris Johnson took over , with backbenchers on both sides of the Brexit divide happy to join Mr Corbyn in inflicting parliamentary defeats on the Government .
In his first few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were exposed by their lack of frontline experience .
They made a series of bizarre blunders including a party conference speech where the leader vowed to `` let fizz explode into joy '' , and John McDonnell throwing a copy of Mao 's Little Red Book at George Osborne .
It emerged in 2018 that Mr Corbyn had helped to lay a wreath near the grave of terrorists who helped killed Israeli athletes at the 1972 Olympics .
The Labour leader gave a number of muddled explanations for the incident and was mocked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not involved '' in the ceremony .
While not as public as the Tory Brexit divide , within Labour there were furious rows over what policy the party should adopt on a second referendum .
Mr Corbyn 's allies launched a desperate and ultimately unsuccessful campaign to stop the likes of Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry pushing through a firmly pro-EU stance .

The greatest black mark against Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership will always be the anti-Semitism scandal which engulfed Labour on his watch.
Almost from the start, there were claims that he was too slow to act against some of his followers who were spreading anti-Jewish racism.
In 2016, high-profile figures on the Labour left including Ken Livingstone were suspended from the party over anti-Semitism and Mr Corbyn called an inquiry. The report was widely seen as a whitewash, not least because its supposedly independent author Shami Chakrabarti was made a Labour peer shortly afterwards.
The crisis came to head in 2018 when dozens of Labour MPs joined an “enough is enough” protest in Parliament Square in anger at the leader’s handling of events. Over that year new details of Mr Corbyn’s own record emerged, including his defence of an anti-Semitic mural which was removed by a London council and a quip about “Zionists” not understanding “English irony”.
Definitions row
Labour was then gripped by a row over whether to adopt in full a definition of anti-Semitism drawn up by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, strongly supported by most Jewish groups but opposed by some pro-Palestine activists who believe it could prevent criticism of Israel.
In his last year as leader, Mr Corbyn stepped up attempts to expel anti-Semites and repeatedly apologised for the scandal. But it was seen as too little, too late by much of the Jewish community – including three MPs of Jewish origins who left the party altogether after being hounded out by racist activists.
The crisis became an election issue when the Chief Rabbi, Ephraim Mirvis, denounced the Labour leader in an unprecedented intervention which shocked the political world and appeared to have swayed some voters.
CORBYN’S HIGHS
Second leadership victory
Although Jeremy Corbyn was elected Labour leader in 2015, his hold on power seemed tenuous thanks to the enmity of his MPs. But when they finally broke against him, he won a decisive victory with 62 per cent of members backing him, proof that his position was secure no matter what the parliamentary party thought.
Election breakthrough
The general election of 2017, where Mr Corbyn denied Theresa May a majority and came within touching distance of No 10, came as a shock to most commentators and suggested that the audience for a radical left-wing message and unorthodox leadership style was much larger than most had assumed.
Year of Tory chaos
Throughout 2019, Labour could simply sit back and watch the Conservatives tear themselves apart. The Tories descended into chaos, first under Theresa May and then after Boris Johnson took over, with backbenchers on both sides of the Brexit divide happy to join Mr Corbyn in inflicting parliamentary defeats on the Government.
LEADERSHIP LOWS
Early missteps
In his first few months, Mr Corbyn and his team were exposed by their lack of frontline experience. They made a series of bizarre blunders including a party conference speech where the leader vowed to “let fizz explode into joy”, and John McDonnell throwing a copy of Mao’s Little Red Book at George Osborne.
Terror wreath
It emerged in 2018 that Mr Corbyn had helped to lay a wreath near the grave of terrorists who helped killed Israeli athletes at the 1972 Olympics. The Labour leader gave a number of muddled explanations for the incident and was mocked for suggesting he was “present but not involved” in the ceremony.
Brexit battles
While not as public as the Tory Brexit divide, within Labour there were furious rows over what policy the party should adopt on a second referendum. Mr Corbyn’s allies launched a desperate and ultimately unsuccessful campaign to stop the likes of Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry pushing through a firmly pro-EU stance.


inews--2020-04-01--Zaandam cruise ship: Coronavirus-hit vessel may be refused Florida berth after being denied by South

Zaandam cruise ship: Coronavirus-hit vessel may be refused Florida berth after being denied by South America — leaving many Brits stranded at sea

Zaandam cruise ship : Coronavirus-hit vessel may be refused Florida berth after being denied by South America — leaving many Brits stranded at sea Four passengers have died aboard the vessel with hundreds more displaying symptoms The cruise industry has felt the force of the Covid-19 pandemic , the Diamond Princess and its sister ship both experiencing high profile outbreaks as the disease spread from China in February .
Most cruise lines have suspended their operations until May , while Virgin Voyages has delayed its launch until July .
However , there are around 10 ships still at sea that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks .
Most have reported no cases of coronavirus .
However , among them are two Holland America Line ships , MS Zaandam and Rotterdam .
A British national is among four passengers to have died on board Zaandam ; many more - including crew - are ill with flu-like symptoms and several have tested positive for the virus .
It is understood that at least two of the deaths on Zaandam are Covid-19-related .
MS Zaandam departed Buenos Aires on 7 March on a cruise due to end in Chile two weeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with illnesses spreading on board , it was denied docking at several Latin American ports .
It is now bound for its home port of Fort Lauderdale , where it is uncertain whether it will be given permission to dock .
Passengers can not be 'dumped ' in Florida The governor of Florida , Ron DeSantis , told Fox news earlier this week that the passengers , particularly “ foreigners ” , could not be “ dumped ” in his state .
On Wednesday he conceded that he would be prepared to accept @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since he would n't want… valuable [ hospital ] beds to be taken because of the cruise ship.
” The fate of the remaining passengers is still undetermined , although the Mayor of Fort Lauderdale Dean Trantalis told CNN that he was n't against the ships docking .
However , this could not take place until a protocol for allowing passengers to disembark and return to their families had been established .
To that end , he has planned to meet with Holland America Line ’ s CEO Orlando Ashford to discuss a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Rotterdam cruise ship are seen in Panama City bay ( Photo : AFP/Getty ) There are now 446 guests - around half of which are British - and 602 crew on Zaandam after a number of passengers were transferred onto sister ship Rotterdam .
The ship sailed to relieve pressure on Zaandam ’ s crew and move passengers to staterooms with balconies to ease the confines of social distancing .
It is now carrying 797 guests and 645 crew .
Those transferred were medically screened and reported no respiratory symptoms during the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transferred .
With uncertainty over where passengers will be allowed to disembark , Orlando Ashford has called the situation a “ humanitarian crisis ” .
In a blog post , he called on the international community for compassion rather than the current “ not my problem ” sentiment , while offering assurance that his company is “ working tirelessly to find medical help and safe passage home ” for passengers and crews .
There are concerns that those needing intensive medical treatment may not receive it with limited medical staff , facilities and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ferry general supplies out to the ships .
Both are currently off the coast of Cuba .
This comes as little solace to the thousands of guests and staff on board , who are quarantined in their cabins and face increasing anxiety about when they will be able to return home , compounded by the increasing closures of international borders and suspension of flight routes , and the UK ’ s insistence that its nationals return home or face being stranded abroad during the pandemic .
The Foreign Office has confirmed that it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a spokesperson said “ We are doing all we can to help British people on board the Zaandam cruise ship .
Our staff are in close contact with the cruise operator and the authorities in the region to ensure British people can get home safely.
” They key factor will be where and when the ships are allowed to dock .
President Trump urged DeSantis to open the Florida coast port to the ships , saying “ I ’ m going to do what ’ s right , not only for us but @ @ @ @

The cruise industry has felt the force of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Diamond Princess and its sister ship both experiencing high profile outbreaks as the disease spread from China in February. Most cruise lines have suspended their operations until May, while Virgin Voyages has delayed its launch until July. However, there are around 10 ships still at sea that will conclude their itineraries over the coming weeks.
Most have reported no cases of coronavirus. However, among them are two Holland America Line ships, MS Zaandam and Rotterdam. A British national is among four passengers to have died on board Zaandam; many more – including crew – are ill with flu-like symptoms and several have tested positive for the virus. It is understood that at least two of the deaths on Zaandam are Covid-19-related.
MS Zaandam departed Buenos Aires on 7 March on a cruise due to end in Chile two weeks later on 21 March. However, with illnesses spreading on board, it was denied docking at several Latin American ports. It is now bound for its home port of Fort Lauderdale, where it looks likely that it will be given permission to dock, alongside Rotterdam.
Trump intervention
The governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis, told Fox news earlier this week that the passengers, particularly “foreigners”, could not be “dumped” in his state. On Wednesday he conceded that he would be prepared to accept the 52 onboard Florida residents only, since he wouldn’t want… valuable [hospital] beds to be taken because of the cruise ship.”
President Trump has urged DeSantis to open the Florida coast port to the ships, saying “I’m going to do what’s right, not only for us but for humanity.” On Wednesday, he said he would evacuate the ships:
“We’re taking the Canadians off and giving them to Canadian authorities,” he said. “Same thing with the UK. But we have to help the people. They’re in big trouble.”
The Mayor of Fort Lauderdale Dean Trantalis also told CNN that he wasn’t against the ships docking. This could not take place until a protocol for allowing passengers to disembark and return to their families had been established. To that end, he discussed possible solutions with Holland America Line’s CEO Orlando Ashford.
It has been proposed that healthy passengers disembark onto sanitised coaches for their onward travel home. Those that are suffering symptoms will remain on board in isolation until they have recovered. All guests have been self-isolating since 22 March.
There are now 446 guests – around half of which are British – and 602 crew on Zaandam after a number of passengers were transferred onto sister ship Rotterdam. The ship sailed to relieve pressure on Zaandam’s crew and move passengers to staterooms with balconies to ease the confines of social distancing. It is now carrying 797 guests and 645 crew. Those transferred were medically screened and reported no respiratory symptoms during the previous 10 days. No staff were transferred.
A humanitarian crisis
With uncertainty over where passengers will be allowed to disembark, Orlando Ashford called the situation a “humanitarian crisis”. In a blog post, he called on the international community for compassion rather than the current “not my problem” sentiment, while offering assurance that his company is “working tirelessly to find medical help and safe passage home” for passengers and crews.
There are concerns that those needing intensive medical treatment may not receive it with limited medical staff, facilities and supplies, while nations are reluctant to ferry general supplies out to the ships. Both are currently heading for US waters from the coast of Cuba.
Thousands of guests and staff on board are quarantined in their cabins have been facing increasing anxiety about when they will be able to return home, compounded by the increasing closures of international borders and suspension of flight routes. The UK government has advised all nationals return home or face being stranded abroad during the pandemic.
The Foreign Office has confirmed that it is working with Holland America Line to help Britons return home – a spokesperson said “We are doing all we can to help British people on board the Zaandam cruise ship. Our staff are in close contact with the cruise operator and the authorities in the region to ensure British people can get home safely.”


inews--2020-04-01--Coronavirus in the UK: Tesco expands online delivery service with 220,000 additional slots

Coronavirus in the UK : Tesco expands online delivery service with 220,000 additional slots A week into the national lockdown , Tesco is 'beginning to settle into a new rhythm ' , its CEO has said Tesco has expanded its home delivery and click and collect service by nearly 20 per cent , with a total of 780,000 delivery slots made available this week , up from 660,000 a fortnight ago .
The supermarket intends to further expand capacity , making an additional 100,000 slots available in the coming weeks .
Mr Lewis , who is issuing frequent updates to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ buying witnessed over the past month had eased and told shoppers : “ a new more normal pattern is emerging ” .
Fresh food stock levels “ have returned to almost normal levels , with plenty of fruit and vegetables available ” , though where packaged foods are concerned , “ the recovery will take a few more days ” , he said .
“ Most stores will have stock of just about everything , but in a few product areas we may still have some gaps , ” Mr Lewis added .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ updates to Tesco customers , suggested that the panic buying witnessed over the past month had eased ( Photo : Getty ) While several supermarket chains have begun easing restrictions in stores , Tesco said it would continue to enforce purchasing limits on every product line , allowing customers to buy no more than three of any one item .
Several other supermarket chains such as Aldi , Lidl and Morrisons have begun easing restrictions in store - on Tuesday Aldi lifted purchasing limits on all but the most in-demand items stating that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ good ” , though unlike Tesco it does not offer a home delivery service .
Aldi has also announced it will donate up to 50 Easter eggs from each of its UK stores every day until the holiday to local charities and food banks that support vulnerable families and children , amounting to more than 400,000 eggs .
Elsewhere , Marks & Spencer is to give staff working on the shop floor in its food stores an additional 15 per cent pay reward “ in recognition of the work they are doing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to help customers access the products they need during these unprecedented times ” .
However , despite the improved availability in supermarket stores and increased delivery slots , many older and vulnerable shoppers remain unable to book slots and are reliant on family , friends and neighbours for help , or have been forced to venture out of their homes for supplies .
As supermarkets and smaller shops attempt to meet consumer demand , hundreds of pubs are opening grocery stores on their premises to help locals who risk being cut off .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to a scheme that will allow them to temporarily run shops selling staples such as bread , milk and eggs .
Pub operators Greene King , Admiral Taverns and St Austell Brewery are all allowing their tenants to join the My Pub Shop initiative .
Participating pubs can set up online shops selling essential goods , turning their premises into “ click and collect havens ” .
The scheme has been set up by online trading platform StarStock , which has also partnered businesses such as food wholesaler Brakes and drinks giant @ @

Tesco has expanded its home delivery and click and collect service by nearly 20 per cent, with a total of 780,000 delivery slots made available this week, up from 660,000 a fortnight ago. The supermarket intends to further expand capacity, making an additional 100,000 slots available in the coming weeks.
A week into the national lockdown, the grocer is “beginning to settle into a new rhythm”, Tesco CEO Dave Lewis said.
Food stock levels improving
Mr Lewis, who is issuing frequent updates to Tesco customers, suggested that the panic buying witnessed over the past month had eased and told shoppers: “a new more normal pattern is emerging”.
Fresh food stock levels “have returned to almost normal levels, with plenty of fruit and vegetables available”, though where packaged foods are concerned, “the recovery will take a few more days”, he said.
“Most stores will have stock of just about everything, but in a few product areas we may still have some gaps,” Mr Lewis added.
While several supermarket chains have begun easing restrictions in stores, Tesco said it would continue to enforce purchasing limits on every product line, allowing customers to buy no more than three of any one item.
Several other supermarket chains such as Aldi, Lidl and Morrisons have begun easing restrictions in store – on Tuesday Aldi lifted purchasing limits on all but the most in-demand items stating that product availability within its shops was “good”, though unlike Tesco it does not offer a home delivery service.
M&S pay reward
Aldi has also announced it will donate up to 50 Easter eggs from each of its UK stores every day until the holiday to local charities and food banks that support vulnerable families and children, amounting to more than 400,000 eggs.
Elsewhere, Marks & Spencer is to give staff working on the shop floor in its food stores an additional 15 per cent pay reward “in recognition of the work they are doing to support their teams and the national effort to help customers access the products they need during these unprecedented times”.
However, despite the improved availability in supermarket stores and increased delivery slots, many older and vulnerable shoppers remain unable to book slots and are reliant on family, friends and neighbours for help, or have been forced to venture out of their homes for supplies.
Pub shops scheme
As supermarkets and smaller shops attempt to meet consumer demand, hundreds of pubs are opening grocery stores on their premises to help locals who risk being cut off.
More than 2,000 UK pubs have signed up to a scheme that will allow them to temporarily run shops selling staples such as bread, milk and eggs.
Pub operators Greene King, Admiral Taverns and St Austell Brewery are all allowing their tenants to join the My Pub Shop initiative. Participating pubs can set up online shops selling essential goods, turning their premises into “click and collect havens”.
Read More: Pubs and restaurants fight for survival in lockdown
The scheme has been set up by online trading platform StarStock, which has also partnered businesses such as food wholesaler Brakes and drinks giant Coca-Cola.
“In these exceptional times, pubs can stay connected, offer an essential service and secure an income stream…[while] they are unable to trade in their normal way,” My Pub Shop said.
“We are available for all pubs, shops and restaurants and for consumers keen to support local businesses,” it added.
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inews--2020-04-01--Save Me Too, Sky Atlantic, review: tense and nasty return of granite-hard London series

Save Me Too , Sky Atlantic , review : tense and nasty return of granite-hard London series Lennie James is back as distraught father , Nelly , looking for his daughter in the second series of Sky Atlantic 's stand-out drama Those seeking clues as to how the second series of Save Me might play out got their answer when Nelly ( Lennie James ) was given a new yellow coat for his birthday .
He smiled and then placed a hand on the grubby puffer he had worn throughout the first series : “ I ’ m going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The message was clear : nothing here is going to change .
No complaints this end .
Save Me , a granite-hard London drama about Nelly ’ s frenzied search for his daughter Jody , abducted by sex traffickers , was one of the most compelling series of 2018 .
Susan Lynch plays Stace , lannlord of The Palm Tree , in Save Me Too ( Photo : Sky Atlantic ) The opening episode of Save Me Too , which picked up 17 months on from the series one finale , was similarly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – the murder of paedophile Gideon Charles ( Adrian Edmondson ) – that can ’ t be as straightforward as it first seemed .
It now looks likely that a game of cat-and-mouse will spool out , as DS Shola O ’ Halloran ( Nadine Marshall ) tries to convict Nelly of a crime he surely didn ’ t commit – so what ’ s the twist ?
The missing child premise is common enough – Kiri and The Missing both pivoted on a similar set-up – but this show is the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ entirely down to the cast .
Each character is cracked with flaws and stacked with redeeming features .
You scrutinise them , look a bit harder , and still they don ’ t quite make sense .
As Nelly , Lennie James , who also writes the show , combines charisma with a viciousness that has everyone treading carefully .
His friend Goz ( Thomas Coombes ) is loyal but isn ’ t there just a fleck of fear there , too ?
And Susan Lynch as Stace , landlord of The Palm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drink , puffs on a vape , pours another pint , and convinces you that she ’ s the kindest of the lot .
As Nelly ’ s birthday got into full swing , balloons bouncing off the ceiling , it was easy to forget what kind of a show Save Me Too actually is .
We could have been watching a slight comedy with a colourful cast of characters ribbing each other .
But that is precisely its power .
Look how easily our normal lives can be plunged into darkness .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Nelly .
Well then , it could happen to anyone .

Save Me Too, Sky Atlantic, 9pm ★★★★
Those seeking clues as to how the second series of Save Me might play out got their answer when Nelly (Lennie James) was given a new yellow coat for his birthday. He smiled and then placed a hand on the grubby puffer he had worn throughout the first series: “I’m going to give this one one more night.” The message was clear: nothing here is going to change.
No complaints this end. Save Me, a granite-hard London drama about Nelly’s frenzied search for his daughter Jody, abducted by sex traffickers, was one of the most compelling series of 2018.
The opening episode of Save Me Too, which picked up 17 months on from the series one finale, was similarly tense and nasty, with a climax – the murder of paedophile Gideon Charles (Adrian Edmondson) – that can’t be as straightforward as it first seemed. It now looks likely that a game of cat-and-mouse will spool out, as DS Shola O’Halloran (Nadine Marshall) tries to convict Nelly of a crime he surely didn’t commit – so what’s the twist?
The missing child premise is common enough – Kiri and The Missing both pivoted on a similar set-up – but this show is the best of the lot. That’s entirely down to the cast. Each character is cracked with flaws and stacked with redeeming features. You scrutinise them, look a bit harder, and still they don’t quite make sense.
As Nelly, Lennie James, who also writes the show, combines charisma with a viciousness that has everyone treading carefully. His friend Goz (Thomas Coombes) is loyal but isn’t there just a fleck of fear there, too? And Susan Lynch as Stace, landlord of The Palm Tree, where this crowd likes to drink, puffs on a vape, pours another pint, and convinces you that she’s the kindest of the lot.
As Nelly’s birthday got into full swing, balloons bouncing off the ceiling, it was easy to forget what kind of a show Save Me Too actually is. We could have been watching a slight comedy with a colourful cast of characters ribbing each other.
But that is precisely its power. Look how easily our normal lives can be plunged into darkness. Every parent’s nightmare has happened to Nelly. Well then, it could happen to anyone.


inews--2020-04-01--Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle calls for Government to back virtual parliament

Sir Lindsay has urged the Government to consider how MPs can participate in parliamentary proceedings via video link Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has called on the Government to enable a “ virtual Parliament ” to allow MPs to hold ministers to account during the coronavirus crisis .
In a letter to the Leader of the House Jacob Rees-Mogg , Sir Lindsay has urged the Government to consider how MPs can participate in parliamentary proceedings via video link as the country is still adhering to social distancing measures .
It comes after more than 100 MPs backed calls for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until the stringent rules were loosened .
“ Once the House returns , if we are still in the grip of the crisis where the physical presence of members , or too many members , in the Palace is not appropriate , I am keen that they should be able to participate in key parliamentary proceedings virtually , for example , oral questions , urgent questions , statements , ' the Speaker writes .
He highlighted that several select committees had already successfully trialled using video conferencing technology , adding he had asked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for other parliamentary business .
Sir Lindsay also called on the Government set up a forum of MPs during recess , possibly via select committee chairs , who could quiz senior Government representatives at set times on different days “ about how things work and how they can be improved ” .
“ MPs are being swamped right now with questions and case work from distressed constituents who need answers , ” Sir Lindsay said .
“ Responses can not wait for the House to sit again.
” It came after Labour ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recalled under any other type of crisis , adding that MPs want to “ hold the Government to account ” during the outbreak .
The Speaker also called on Mr Rees-Mogg to spell out “ as early as feasibly possible ” when Parliament is set to return , “ given the growing scale of staff absence whether through social isolation or illness ” .
The House is due to return from its extended recess on April 21 , just around the expected peak of the coronavirus crisis .
“ Knowledge of this timeframe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ workforce planning and the delivery of any technical solutions which are deemed appropriate , ” he said .

Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle has called on the Government to enable a “virtual Parliament” to allow MPs to hold ministers to account during the coronavirus crisis.
In a letter to the Leader of the House Jacob Rees-Mogg, Sir Lindsay has urged the Government to consider how MPs can participate in parliamentary proceedings via video link as the country is still adhering to social distancing measures.
It comes after more than 100 MPs backed calls for a “digital Parliament” to be established until the stringent rules were loosened.
Virtual proceedings
“Once the House returns, if we are still in the grip of the crisis where the physical presence of members, or too many members, in the Palace is not appropriate, I am keen that they should be able to participate in key parliamentary proceedings virtually, for example, oral questions, urgent questions, statements,’ the Speaker writes.
He highlighted that several select committees had already successfully trialled using video conferencing technology, adding he had asked officials to look into using such technology for other parliamentary business.
Sir Lindsay also called on the Government set up a forum of MPs during recess, possibly via select committee chairs, who could quiz senior Government representatives at set times on different days “about how things work and how they can be improved”.
“MPs are being swamped right now with questions and case work from distressed constituents who need answers,” Sir Lindsay said. “Responses cannot wait for the House to sit again.”
House returns
It came after Labour’s Chi Onwurah said Parliament would be recalled under any other type of crisis, adding that MPs want to “hold the Government to account” during the outbreak.
The Speaker also called on Mr Rees-Mogg to spell out “as early as feasibly possible” when Parliament is set to return, “given the growing scale of staff absence whether through social isolation or illness”.
The House is due to return from its extended recess on April 21, just around the expected peak of the coronavirus crisis.
“Knowledge of this timeframe will greatly assist the House Service in workforce planning and the delivery of any technical solutions which are deemed appropriate,” he said.


inews--2020-04-01--Coronavirus lockdown board game sales: Monopoly, Scrabble, Cluedo and Uno are the top sellers during

Coronavirus lockdown board game sales: Monopoly, Scrabble, Cluedo and Uno are the top sellers during crisis

Coronavirus lockdown board game sales : Monopoly , Scrabble , Cluedo and Uno are the top sellers during crisis Argos , John Lewis and the Entertainer are either low on stock or have sold out entirely Sales of board games and jigsaw puzzles rocketed last month as UK households prepared to go into lockdown , figures show .
Games and puzzles accounted for 21 per cent of the UK toy market in the week ending 21 March as British families turned to classics such as Monopoly and Scrabble to keep their households occupied while following orders to stay at home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cent jump from the same week in 2019 when games and puzzle sales represented nine per cent of the sector , according to data released by market research firm NPD Group .
Hasbro ’ s ever-popular real estate game Monopoly was the biggest seller .
In second place was the Mattel word game Scrabble , while another Hasbro family favourite , Cluedo , took third place .
Card game Uno , from Mattel , was the fourth most popular game .
Licence to Chill - jigsaws are also proving popular during the coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during a James Bond memorabilia auction ( Photo : Getty ) “ It ’ s interesting to see the classic games of Monopoly , Scrabble , Cluedo and Uno on this list , ” Frederique Tutt of NPD Group said .
`` These 'standards ' have shown us over and again that they can stand the test of time when reinvented and so it looks like they ’ ll continue entertaining generations of Britons as householders look to release stress and tighten family ties during these challenging times . ''
John Lewis has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Scrabble it sells as out of stock online on Wednesday , while just five Harry Potter-themed Cluedo sets were available .
There appeared to be more availability at Argos , though only in certain areas .
Special Toy Story and Fortnite editions of Monopoly were available on The Entertainer website , as was Cluedo but Uno , Scrabble and Scrabble Junior were out of stock .
Outdoor and sports products accounted for 18 per cent of sales within the toy sector in the week before lockdown , up from 12 per cent last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ slides and Swingball .
Sales in the arts and crafts category were also stronger than last year , with slime , dough and craft kits all making it into shopping baskets , NPD Group said .

Sales of board games and jigsaw puzzles rocketed last month as UK households prepared to go into lockdown, figures show.
Games and puzzles accounted for 21 per cent of the UK toy market in the week ending 21 March as British families turned to classics such as Monopoly and Scrabble to keep their households occupied while following orders to stay at home.
This figure represents a 240 per cent jump from the same week in 2019 when games and puzzle sales represented nine per cent of the sector, according to data released by market research firm NPD Group.
Hasbro’s ever-popular real estate game Monopoly was the biggest seller. In second place was the Mattel word game Scrabble, while another Hasbro family favourite, Cluedo, took third place. Card game Uno, from Mattel, was the fourth most popular game.
“It’s interesting to see the classic games of Monopoly, Scrabble, Cluedo and Uno on this list,” Frederique Tutt of NPD Group said.
“These ‘standards’ have shown us over and again that they can stand the test of time when reinvented and so it looks like they’ll continue entertaining generations of Britons as householders look to release stress and tighten family ties during these challenging times.”
John Lewis has listed all the editions of Monopoly and Scrabble it sells as out of stock online on Wednesday, while just five Harry Potter-themed Cluedo sets were available. There appeared to be more availability at Argos, though only in certain areas. Special Toy Story and Fortnite editions of Monopoly were available on The Entertainer website, as was Cluedo but Uno, Scrabble and Scrabble Junior were out of stock.
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Outdoor and sports products accounted for 18 per cent of sales within the toy sector in the week before lockdown, up from 12 per cent last year. Top sellers included playhouses, slides and Swingball.
Sales in the arts and crafts category were also stronger than last year, with slime, dough and craft kits all making it into shopping baskets, NPD Group said.
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inews--2020-04-01--Coronavirus: Retired doctor Dr Alfa Saadu who returned to work died fighting the virus

Coronavirus : Retired doctor Dr Alfa Saadu who returned to work died fighting the virus Dr Alfa Saadu was described as a 'living legend ' by his family A retired hospital doctor who returned to work to assist the fight against the pandemic has died after contracting coronavirus .
Paying tribute to the medic on social media , his son Dani Saadu wrote : `` He had been fighting the virus for two weeks but he could not fight any more .
`` The NHS were amazing and did everything they could .
`` My dad was a living legend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years saving people 's lives here and in Africa . ''
It has been reported Dr Saadu , 68 , had not been working on the frontline tackling the coronavirus pandemic when he contracted the virus .
Former health secretary Jeremy Hunt called the doctor 's death `` tragic '' , adding : `` When this is over , we must never forget people like Alfa Saadu . ''
The doctor , who was originally from Nigeria 's Kwara state , moved to the UK at the age of 12 and had spent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS aside from a stint teaching in a Nigerian hospital .
A former medical director at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow , Essex , he retired in 2017 but carried on working part-time at the Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital in Welwyn , Hertfordshire .
Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt said clinicians who had returned to help during the pandemic , such as Dr Alfa Saadu , must never be forgotten ( Photo : Getty ) Lance McCarthy , chief executive of the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust , said : `` Alfa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passion for ensuring our patients received high quality care .
`` He was a committed member of the team and is remembered fondly by many . ''
Dr Saadu was also chairman of Kwasang UK , an association for people who had migrated from his home state of Kwara in Nigeria , and a community leader for the town where he grew up Pategi .
Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki , the former president of the Nigerian senate , paid tribute to Dr Saadu on Twitter : `` Late Dr Saadu provided leadership for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ served for many years as chairman , Kwara State Association of Nigeria ( Kwasang UK ) .

A retired hospital doctor who returned to work to assist the fight against the pandemic has died after contracting coronavirus.
Dr Alfa Saadu died on Tuesday morning after contracting Covid-19 about two weeks ago.
Paying tribute to the medic on social media, his son Dani Saadu wrote: “He had been fighting the virus for two weeks but he could not fight any more.
“The NHS were amazing and did everything they could.
“My dad was a living legend, worked for the NHS for 40 years saving people’s lives here and in Africa.”
‘Living legend’
It has been reported Dr Saadu, 68, had not been working on the frontline tackling the coronavirus pandemic when he contracted the virus.
Former health secretary Jeremy Hunt called the doctor’s death “tragic”, adding: “When this is over, we must never forget people like Alfa Saadu.”
The doctor, who was originally from Nigeria’s Kwara state, moved to the UK at the age of 12 and had spent most of his career working for the NHS aside from a stint teaching in a Nigerian hospital.
A former medical director at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex, he retired in 2017 but carried on working part-time at the Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital in Welwyn, Hertfordshire.
Career with the NHS
Lance McCarthy, chief executive of the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, said: “Alfa was well-known at the trust for his passion for ensuring our patients received high quality care.
“He was a committed member of the team and is remembered fondly by many.”
Dr Saadu was also chairman of Kwasang UK, an association for people who had migrated from his home state of Kwara in Nigeria, and a community leader for the town where he grew up Pategi.
Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, the former president of the Nigerian senate, paid tribute to Dr Saadu on Twitter: “Late Dr Saadu provided leadership for our people in the diaspora as he served for many years as chairman, Kwara State Association of Nigeria (Kwasang UK).
“Back at home, he was a community leader and traditional office holder as Galadima of Pategi. He will be sorely missed.”