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Scottish Sun
6 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Moment plain clothes police chase down thief and return bag to its owner before she even realised it was missing
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS is the moment plain clothes police chase down a thief and return a bag to its owner before she even knew it was gone. Shocking CCTV footage show Emad Lechhed steal the valuable accessory outside a pub on Cannon Street, London. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Emad Lechhed bends down and picks up the bag as if it is his own Credit: Facebook/City Of London Police 5 The 26-year-old calmly walks away from the busy pub Credit: Facebook/City Of London Police 5 Lechhed, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to four months in jail for theft The 26-year-old scoped out his target, on Martin Lane, and hovered in the area before pinching the bag on June 12. The clip shows Lechhed, dressed in a Hawaiian shirt, blue jeans, and sunglasses, calmly walk past a bustling pub. He simply kneels down and picks up a black bag from the floor, as if it belonged to him. The thief takes advantage of a split second the owner's back is turned from the street. But, within moments, three plain clothes police officers appear from nearby and chase the yob. They pursue him through busy streets and navigate congested London roads. The 26-year-old discarded the item as he was running, before being caught and detained on London Bridge in five minutes. Inspector Dan Green, of the City of London Police's proactive acquisitive crime team, said: 'The stolen bag, and the contents, was soon returned to the owner, before they knew it was stolen. 'The victim was full of praise for our officers when he got his bag back so quickly and we made an arrest. 'This is another fantastic result from our plain-clothed officers. 'Our warning to criminals; don't come into the City to steal bags. If you do, you risk being spotted by our plain-clothed officers, who will track you down, arrest you and bring you to justice.' Lechhed, of no fixed abode, was sentenced to four months in jail for theft. He was also slapped with a criminal behaviour order which prevents him from entering the Square Mile for two years. This comes as other shocking moments have been caught on camera across the UK. This is the wild moment all hell breaks loose after Morrisons shopper launches items at customers at self-checkout desks. The dramatic footage depicting staff breaking up the brawl, was captured inside an Eccles store, in Salford, Manchester, on June 3. It shows a woman hurling items in her basket through the air in front of horrified onlookers. Someone can be heard yelling "you stupid b****" as the irate shopper continues to throw products. Concerned Morrisons staff attempt to jump in and diffuse the situation with help from security guards. But the disturbing scene escalates after the woman kicks another customer, throwing her to the floor. Elsewhere, a cyclist was filmed tearing between traffic with a child clinging to his back before going the wrong way through a roundabout. Concerning footage showed the man riding in a cycle lane on Springfield Road, in west Belfast, with the youngster on his back. The child, who didn't appear to be wearing a helmet or any protection padding, was riding piggyback style. At one point the little one, donning a short sleeved red top and beige shorts, flung their legs out to the side - barely clinging on as they gripped the man's neck. Plus, watch the shocking moment a knifeman lunged at cops after biting his victim's ear off. The disturbing scenes unfolded after a robbery went wrong at a property in Leicester on July 8 last year. Dramatic body-cam footage shows Costel Remus Galoi lunging at police with a kitchen blade. 5 Three plain clothed police officers chase the thief down Credit: Facebook/City Of London Police
Telegraph
11 hours ago
- Business
- Telegraph
‘Big four' supermarkets accused of failing to back British farmers
Supermarkets have been accused of failing to back British farmers after trade deals triggered a surge in imports of meat from Australia and New Zealand. Livestock farmers said the 'big four' retailers are putting them at a disadvantage by selling imported beef and lamb alongside British produce at a time when the domestic agriculture industry is struggling. David Barton, a Cotswolds-based beef farmer and chairman of the National Farmers' Union (NFU) livestock board, said: 'It is disappointing, because what we're looking for as an industry is to grow production. We need confidence, and when supermarkets start messing around like this, it really doesn't fill us with confidence.' Most of the major supermarkets have made commitments to selling British beef and supporting domestic farmers. However, customers and farmers alike have noticed that meat from much further afield has begun appearing more frequently on shelves. Examples include a New Zealand-sourced Wagyu burger in Sainsbury's, Australian and New Zealand beef products in Morrisons, and a Uruguayan steak sold in Asda. After spotting a steak listing its sourcing as 'Australian or British', the Liberal Democrat MP Tim Farron posted on X: 'This is appalling from Morrisons. They seek kudos for their UK sourcing but then sneakily do this, undermining British farmers and undermining their own integrity and brand.' Tesco also sells 300g lamb leg steaks that are 'produced in the UK or New Zealand'. A person familiar with the situation said the supermarket had not changed its sourcing policy. The outcry comes in the wake of British trade deals signed with Australia and New Zealand after Brexit, which have led to a surge in imports of meat from the two countries. Imports of fresh, chilled and frozen beef from Australia and New Zealand soared in 2024 after the trade deals came into effect. Meanwhile, imports of lamb from the two countries – which already supplied a significant proportion of the UK market – rose by 87pc and 26pc, respectively, last year. Neil Shand, the chief executive of the National Beef Association (NBA), said: 'We are not self sufficient on beef, so we have to accept imported beef into the UK every year to a degree. And as our self sufficiency drops and our food security weakens, we're having to accept more. 'What I don't like is when retailers put it on a shelf at a far reduced price from ours. If you price something at a cheaper price, you'll drive growth in that area, and it will have an even deeper impact on British production.' Supermarkets are currently embroiled in a price war as they battle to defend their market share at a time when living costs are putting pressure on consumers. British farmers are grappling with a cattle shortage that has pushed the price of beef to record highs this year. Sarah Godwin, a dairy and egg farmer, said: 'Partly cost has led supermarkets to look in other directions, but I think they were always being encouraged to do so now with these trade deals.' Mr Barton said: 'If we don't give the UK producer the confidence to continue to produce and produce more, the situation just gets worse and worse. To have a secure supply chain, it's better to start at home and make sure you look after that.' Andrew Opie, of the British Retail Consortium (BRC), said: 'Given the pressure on British farmers at the moment, retailers are paying more for their produce. 'However, retailers are also facing additional costs and are working incredibly hard to limit price increases for consumers where many are struggling to afford the essentials.' Jake Pickering, of Waitrose, said it was 'sad to see other supermarkets shift away from home grown beef' and that it had 'no intention of following suit'. Discount retailer Lidl reaffirmed a commitment to British beef this week, saying it would not import or switch sourcing to any suppliers outside of the country. An Asda spokesman said: 'We always look to offer customers a wide choice of products to suit all budgets. These steaks were provided by a branded partner and were available in our stores for a limited time only. All of Asda's own brand fresh beef continues to be sourced from farms in the UK and Republic of Ireland.' A Morrisons spokesman said: 'Morrisons remains 100pc British on all our meat counters. In our aisles - alongside our New Zealand lamb - we are introducing trials of some imported meat from trusted suppliers to help us offer outstanding value through the seasons and through any supply fluctuations.' A Sainsbury's spokesman said: 'We offer two summer premium Wagyu products from New Zealand, which make up just 0.1pc of our total beef range. 'We have an unwavering, long-term commitment to British farming and this has zero impact on our approach or existing partnerships. The country of origin is also clearly labelled to ensure our customers can make informed choices when they shop with us.' While imports from Australia and New Zealand have risen, most supermarkets have ruled out allowing American beef to be sold in Britain amid concerns over standards, despite Sir Keir Starmer agreeing a trade deal with the US earlier this year.
Telegraph
12 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Telegraph
This wine deserves to be your new fridge-door white – snap it up when you see it
Godello is a white Iberian grape that's having a moment. With its tantalising aromatics, such as quince and orange blossom, a rounded (but not heavy) feel, and a burst of limy freshness, it's an excellent white for your summer fridge-door arsenal. The very best one I've tasted recently is the glitteringly refreshing Vinos de Altura Gancedo Godello 2024, Bierzo, Spain (13%, Haynes Hanson & Clark, £17.75) – a real joy. Keen students of the supermarket shelves may have spotted that Aldi has a (good) Spanish godello in its summer range. Meanwhile, over at Morrisons, a godelho from the Douro Valley in Portugal is the best of the lot of Morrisons' just-launched Block Series wines (you'll find my tasting notes for both of these below). A background to godello, and what to eat with it As recently as the 1970s, godello was 'on the verge of extinction', according to Wine Grapes by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and José Vouillamoz. The revival began in Valdeorras, a landlocked wine region in Spain's verdant north-west corner, and the grape is found mostly in nearby denominaciones de origen (DOs): Bierzo, Monterrei, Ribeira Sacra and Ribeiro (where it's often blended with other grapes to form a breezy, fragrant white). In Portugal, godello has another name: gouveio (pronounced go-vay-oh). Even more confusingly, it used to be referred to as verdelho, but is absolutely not the same grape variety as the 'true' verdelho found in the Portuguese outpost of Madeira. Gouveio grows mostly in the Douro Valley, the home of port, where vibrant white wines have become an unlikely (given the furnace-like conditions) success story. There, gouveio is most commonly blended with other local varieties, such as viosinho and rabigato. The wines may be lively and vital, with notes of lemon peel and herbs and a suggestion of salinity that makes you want to lick your lips. They may also be oaked, bringing not just the warmth of the wood spice but also a Burgundian weight and gravity, a textured wine chased through with a quivering freshness. Either way, these are superb wines for seafood: good smoked salmon if you don't want to cook, otherwise with tuna carpaccio; garlicky prawn brioche buns or griddled octopus. The oaked wines can also work with warmer, fuller flavours such as barbecued sweet potatoes or even lamb chops, served with a lemony potato salad. As with so many wines, you can also create a feast by serving a good bottle with a roast chicken and a green salad.
Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Shoppers spot ‘banging' new Cadbury's chocolate bar on shelves of bargain UK supermarket
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EAGLE-EYED shoppers have spotted a brand-new Cadbury's chocolate bar on the shelves in a bargain UK supermarket. Cadbury teased the launch of the twist on a fan-favourite chocolate bar earlier this month, but has already said the treat won't be on shelves forever. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Shoppers have spotted the new twirl bar in Morrisons Credit: Newfoodsuk Sharing a video of the Twirl White Dipped, the British chocolatier said: "OK but we've really outdone ourselves with this one." The chocolate makers described the new bar, which is similar to a Twirl bar, but dipped in white chocolate as being "unreal, indulgent, smooth, swirly, creamy, melty, new, and mouthwatering". And now, the new bar has been spotted by hawk-eyed snack fans in Morrisons. Posting in the Newfoodsuk Facebook group, one confectionary lover said: "The new Twirl Bars are now available at Morrisons." Attached to the post was a picture of the limited edition bars on sale for £1 at the supermarket. The price tag indicated that the chocolate bar is part of Morrisons' £4 Meal Deal. Excited shoppers flooded the comments section of the post, to share their love for the sweet treat. One person said: "I've tried these and they are gorgeous." A second person said: "Tried it, was banging." A third person, tagging a friend said: "They're in Morrisons now! 'So excited' say Cadbury Ireland fans as new chocolate bar flavour to hit shelves TODAY "I know where I'm off to tomorrow." The chocolate bars have also been spotted in local convenience stores, with another Newfoodsuk post stating: "Wow, these are outstanding - closest bar you'll ever get to a Cadbury Snowflake! "We spotted these at our local convenience store!" Katya Savelieva, Brand Manager for Twirl at Mondelez International, said of the new bars: 'Cadbury Twirl has always been a fan favourite, so it's no surprise that limited editions like Cadbury Twirl Orange and Cadbury Twirl Mint had everyone talking. How to save money on chocolate We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar. Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs... Go own brand - if you're not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you'll save by going for the supermarket's own brand bars. Shop around - if you've spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it's cheaper elsewhere. Websites like let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you're getting the best deal. Look out for yellow stickers - supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they've been reduced. They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged. Buy bigger bars - most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar. So if you've got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger. "With smooth white chocolate surrounding our iconic milk chocolate swirls, the new Twirl White Dipped is an indulgence you won't want to miss - grab it as soon as you can and experience Twirl like never before.' The bar first hit shelves on June 2, and since it won't be around for ever, sweet-toothed snack fans should consider stocking up whilst they're still on shelves. Twirl bar were first released in Ireland in 1985, as a single finger bar. They hit UK shelves two years later in its classic double finger form. Eventually the Twirl bar solidified itself as a fan favourite among Cadbury customers. It has since earned its place in the coveted Cadbury's Heroes tin, available at Christmas.
The Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shoppers spot ‘banging' new Cadbury's chocolate bar on shelves of bargain UK supermarket
EAGLE-EYED shoppers have spotted a brand-new Cadbury's chocolate bar on the shelves in a bargain UK supermarket. Cadbury teased the launch of the twist on a fan-favourite chocolate bar earlier this month, but has already said the treat won't be on shelves forever. 1 Sharing a video of the Twirl White Dipped, the British chocolatier said: "OK but we've really outdone ourselves with this one." The chocolate makers described the new bar, which is similar to a Twirl bar, but dipped in white chocolate as being "unreal, indulgent, smooth, swirly, creamy, melty, new, and mouthwatering". And now, the new bar has been spotted by hawk-eyed snack fans in Morrisons. Posting in the Newfoodsuk Facebook group, one confectionary lover said: "The new Twirl Bars are now available at Morrisons." Attached to the post was a picture of the limited edition bars on sale for £1 at the supermarket. The price tag indicated that the chocolate bar is part of Morrisons' £4 Meal Deal. Excited shoppers flooded the comments section of the post, to share their love for the sweet treat. One person said: "I've tried these and they are gorgeous." A second person said: "Tried it, was banging." A third person, tagging a friend said: "They're in Morrisons now! 'So excited' say Cadbury Ireland fans as new chocolate bar flavour to hit shelves TODAY "I know where I'm off to tomorrow." The chocolate bars have also been spotted in local convenience stores, with another Newfoodsuk post stating: "Wow, these are outstanding - closest bar you'll ever get to a Cadbury Snowflake! "We spotted these at our local convenience store!" Katya Savelieva, Brand Manager for Twirl at Mondelez International, said of the new bars: 'Cadbury Twirl has always been a fan favourite, so it's no surprise that limited editions like Cadbury Twirl Orange and Cadbury Twirl Mint had everyone talking. How to save money on chocolate We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar. Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs... Go own brand - if you're not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you'll save by going for the supermarket's own brand bars. Shop around - if you've spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it's cheaper elsewhere. Websites like let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you're getting the best deal. Look out for yellow stickers - supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they've been reduced. They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged. Buy bigger bars - most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar. So if you've got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger. "With smooth white chocolate surrounding our iconic milk chocolate swirls, the new Twirl White Dipped is an indulgence you won't want to miss - grab it as soon as you can and experience Twirl like never before.' The bar first hit shelves on June 2, and since it won't be around for ever, sweet-toothed snack fans should consider stocking up whilst they're still on shelves. Twirl bar were first released in Ireland in 1985, as a single finger bar. They hit UK shelves two years later in its classic double finger form. Eventually the Twirl bar solidified itself as a fan favourite among Cadbury customers. It has since earned its place in the coveted Cadbury's Heroes tin, available at Christmas.
